By Josh Bloom — Nov 18, 2024
Yes, it is, according to an op-ed on The Hill website by Dr. Jeff Singer and yours truly.
A recent study found two-thirds of homeless people have a mental illness, with more than three-quarters of them having experienced it during their lifetimes. Between 10 and 20 percent of the homeless have schizophrenia, one of the most debilitating of all mental health disorders. For people with such a severe condition, it is crucial that they have easy access to effective antipsychotic medications.
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Josh Bloom
Director of Chemical and Pharmaceutical Science
Dr. Josh Bloom, the Director of Chemical and Pharmaceutical Science, comes from the world of drug discovery, where he did research for more than 20 years. He holds a Ph.D. in chemistry.
