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The COVID-19 pandemic is exacerbating health inequality.

A homeless man in Brisbane - health inequity is growing in Australia

A homeless man in Brisbane - health inequity is growing in Australia Source: AAP

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A new report found people on low incomes and welfare recipients have poorer health than other Australians.

For health and support measures currently in place in response to the COVID-19 pandemic in your language, visit sbs.com.au/coronavirus

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