Hookworm, a disease of extreme poverty, is thriving in the US south. Why?
theguardian.com
theguardian.com
I'm in downtown Atlanta and paid $900 for AC + Rent until 2 years ago. (*I have the privilege of a job, credit, and the ability to find a place on craigslist)
I get that some may not be able to handle this all themselves, but it isn't a monumental, herculean task. If your home isn't worth a working septic system, then it may be time to bank your paycheck and walk away from it, conditions permitting.
Ugh, this comment has way too much bootstrapper logic, sorry!