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The study, a descriptive analysis of combined qualitative and quantitative methods, utilizes a triangulation approach. The qualitative portion utilizes the phenomenological approach to examine the health care problems and needs youth face. A convenience sample (N=4) was recruited from area shelters, centers, and homeless youth living on the streets. The quantitative portion consisted of the analysis of medical records (N=19). Qualitative findings are reported in terms of prevalent and recurring themes, and quantitatively through statistical analysis of health care problems identified in chart review. Analysis of medical charts shows 63.2% of homeless had no insurance, as opposed to 100% of youth interviewed. Seventy-five percent of youth interviewed reported inadequate health care. Implications include a better understanding of the lived experiences and needs of homeless youth. 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A convenience sample (N=4) was recruited from area shelters, centers, and homeless youth living on the streets. The quantitative portion consisted of the analysis of medical records (N=19). Qualitative findings are reported in terms of prevalent and recurring themes, and quantitatively through statistical analysis of health care problems identified in chart review. Analysis of medical charts shows 63.2% of homeless had no insurance, as opposed to 100% of youth interviewed. Seventy-five percent of youth interviewed reported inadequate health care. Implications include a better understanding of the lived experiences and needs of homeless youth. 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