A study reveals that emergency room visits declined in neighborhoods where New York City offered free legal assistance to tenants facing eviction. Researchers found a notable reduction in hospitalizations linked to housing instability after the program was implemented. The findings suggest that legal support may help prevent health crises tied to displacement. The research highlights a potential connection between housing security and public health outcomes.
ER Visits Dropped Where NYC Provided Free Eviction Lawyers, New Research Shows The City Reporter
