Title: Health Effects of Unemployment | U.S. News
Headings: Health Effects of Unemployment
Health Effects of Unemployment
From Mental to Physical Problems
Being Poor is Bad for Health
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Tips for Limiting the Health Impacts of Unemployment
Foods and Drinks That Promote Calm

Content: As of July 8, the mortality rate for the entire county was 33 per 100,000. But, for those living in areas of extreme poverty, the rate was 74 in 100,000.” During this pandemic, many low-income workers and those living under or near the poverty line are likely to lose their jobs at higher rates than more affluent Americans, and that means many more people will likely suffer long-term health consequences of job loss and financial insecurity. [
See: 11 Simple, Proven Ways to Optimize Your Mental Health. ] Tips for Limiting the Health Impacts of Unemployment
Clearly, losing a job can become a major health issue, but there are some things you can do to limit its impact on your health while you look for your next job opportunity. Carefully review your financial situation. “ Understanding your spending habits and finding ways to ‘declutter’ your budget, knowing where and how money is coming out of your bank account can help someone make adjustments,” Phan says. And if getting rid of a few monthly subscriptions can help you keep up with exercise or health care needs, so much the better. Prioritizing health and healthy activities might seem difficult in the moment when you're struggling to sort it all out, but supporting good health now is always likely to be cheaper in the long run.