Observational analysis shows attendance increases with rising temperature in housing insecure individuals, suggesting specific climate factors impact healthcare access.
Key Points
Higher average temperatures on clinic days correlated with increased attendance among housing insecure individuals.
Statistically significant attendance rates were seen in warmer months compared to several colder months.
Precipitation did not significantly affect clinic attendance, highlighting temperature as a key factor.
Findings suggest that understanding climate effects can help allocate resources more effectively for vulnerable populations.