Medical Daily: May 2, 2016: Children In Poverty More Likely To Suffer From Asthma, ADHD, And Other Chronic Health Conditions
“It’s fairly well-established that poverty is not only a social and economic issue, but a huge public health concern as well — particularly when it comes to children. According to the American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP), 22 percent of children in the U.S. live under the federal poverty level. That’s a huge chunk of the population that has a higher risk of chronic health conditions and mental health problems than children in wealthier households.”