Poverty and homelessness are an issue among U.S. citizens. Which of the following statements are true regarding poverty? Select all that apply
a. Poverty is known to have a negative impact on the health of individuals.
b. Poorer individuals are sicker than individuals with adequate financial resources.
c. Individuals living below the poverty level frequently participate in preventive care services.
d. The new homeless are families, single women with children, veterans, and elderly.
e. Children living in poverty have a higher incidence of conditions associated with trauma, poor nutrition, drugs, burns, mental illness, and HIV infections.
A, B, D, E
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