Unhoused women on Skid Row face dire health outcomes. This doctor wants to change that

Dr. Mary Marfisee conducts a brief breathing check on a woman on Los Angeles

Homeless women face unique health challenges with few dedicated resources. And as the number of women experiencing homelessness in Los Angeles continues to grow, Dr. Mary Marfisee hopes to bring them lifesaving resources.

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