Feeling Sick? The Lawyer’s On Call Too.

When your kid keeps getting sick from a leaky roof or moldy walls, a prescription for antibiotics won’t fix the real problem — but a lawyer might. Across the country, doctors are teaming up with lawyers to help families fight for safe housing when landlords don’t listen.

In Cincinnati, pediatricians are now referring families straight to legal help when they see health problems caused by bad living conditions. That means families can get free legal support to push landlords to make repairs — from fixing leaks and black mold to tackling rodent problems.

It’s a simple idea with big results: fewer hospital visits, healthier kids, and parents who don’t have to fight alone. This new “doctor plus lawyer” approach shows that sometimes staying healthy starts with knowing your rights — and having someone ready to fight for them.

Source: The Washington Post