Homeless Deaths Drop, But Risks Persist
Update: 2025-12-19
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Multnomah Countys Domicile Unknown report reveals a 18% decrease in homeless deaths in 2024, with accidental injuries, primarily drug overdoses, being the leading cause. The average age of death was 48, 30 years younger than the national life expectancy, and the mortality rate was six times higher than the general population. The report emphasizes the urgent need for accessible drug treatment services and highlights racial inequities in homeless mortality.
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