Health status of marginalised young people in unstable accommodation.

Aim: More than 26 000 Australians aged 12-24 years experience homelessness, yet data on the health status of homeless youth remain limited. The aim of this study was to describe the health of young people attending a youth health service in Western Sydney who were experiencing homelessness.

Methods: Retrospective case note review for clients aged 12-25 years attending Youth Health Services in Western Sydney.