Study to uncover how weather and streets impact homeless health
NCT ID NCT07640672
First seen Jun 12, 2026 · Last updated Jun 20, 2026 · Updated 2 times
Summary
This study looks at how environmental factors like cold, heat, and hygiene affect wounds, mental health, and drug use in homeless people in Augsburg. Researchers will compare wound care from a mobile unit to hospital care, and use surveys and saliva tests to understand substance use and social challenges. The goal is to learn how to better support this vulnerable group.
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University Hospital Augsburg
Augsburg, Bavaria, 86156, Germany
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What this could mean
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What this could lead to
If successful, this study could reveal how environmental factors like weather and hygiene affect wound healing and mental health in homeless individuals, pointing toward better outreach care.
What could go wrong
This is an observational study with only 100 participants, so findings may not apply to all homeless populations. It does not test a new treatment, so direct health benefits are not guaranteed.
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