Housing and COVID: Why helping people pay rent can help fight the pandemic

Selena Simmons-Duffin, an NPR health policy correspondent, explores the crucial intersection of housing insecurity and the COVID-19 pandemic. She shares compelling stories of families facing eviction and the dire health risks that come from living in close quarters. The discussion dives into how eviction moratoriums aim to mitigate virus spread and the urgent need for rental assistance programs as policies shift. Through research and personal accounts, Selena highlights how stable housing is essential for both individual well-being and public health.