Health is one of the fundamental human values and much more than just the absence of disease. Health is a dynamic balance of physical, mental, emotional, spiritual, personal, and social aspects—a universal value essential for the quality of life for both individuals and society as a whole, as it is a prerequisite for increasing well-being. It is not only physical and mental well-being but also social well-being. Accessible healthcare systems are crucial for ensuring health, and it is important how accessible they are to the most vulnerable groups in the population. This thesis presents healthcare for the homeless, one of the most vulnerable groups. It describes healthcare for the homeless in Slovenia, a country that belongs to the post-socialist welfare system with characteristics of the social-democratic and conservative-corporatist welfare regimes, and in Finland, a country categorized under the social-democratic welfare regime. I have explored the accessibility of healthcare for the homeless and highlighted the similarities and differences between the two countries in terms of healthcare.
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