Analysis shows improved overall survival in older adults with prostate cancer receiving housing assistance, suggesting broader access may enhance equity.
Key Points
To investigate the impact of housing assistance on overall survival among older adults diagnosed with prostate cancer.
Compared survival rates of older adults receiving housing assistance to those without it.
Utilized matched comparison group analysis to ensure valid comparisons.
Older adults with housing assistance had significantly better overall survival rates than those without.
Findings suggest that housing assistance plays a critical role in improving health outcomes.