In part 2 of this two-part series, we discuss some of the political factors that perpetuate food insecurity, what we can do to combat it, and some of the cool resources available to us.

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Show Notes
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[00:00] Intro to Part 2 

[00:47] Political Factors that Impact Food Insecurity 

• Dr. Mathew talks about poverty, racial segregation and other political factors that perpetuate Food Insecurity 
• Article from 2011 on the cost of hunger in America 

 
[2:58] Ways That We Can Combat Food Insecurity 

• Dr. Mathew brings discusses the different avenues we have to combat this issue 
  • Educating ourselves on the issue
  • Advocate within various professional societies 
  • Build awareness 
• Dr. Mathew discusses the Hunger Vital Sign, which is >97% sensitive 75% specific for food insecurity 
• Government resources available for our patients suffering from Food Insecurity 
  • Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP)
  • Women, Infants, and Children (WIC) 
  • National School Lunch Programs
• Dr. Mathew discusses charity sources and how they should be thought of as an emergency resource
• Additional resources
  • GotFood App
  • National Hunger Hotline 
    • English: 1-866-3HUNGRY
    • Spanish: 1-877-3HAMBRE

 [13:30] Food Pantries vs Food Banks 

• Dr. Mathew discusses the difference between food pantries and food banks 
  • Discuss challenges with food pantries, specifically with low nutritious food that can be seen in some food pantries. However some  food pantries are insuring that the food being given away at these pantries/banks contain fresh food 
• Dr. Mathew shares the great partnership her clinic has with the Chicago Food Bank

 
[17:54] Doctors for Hunger Free America (DHFA) 

• Dr. Mathew describes her role in DHFA  and their role as an advisory group for Hunger Free America 

 
​[21:57] Outro 

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Disclaimer

.The DEI Shift podcast and its guests provide general information and entertainment, but not medical advice. Before making any changes to your medical treatment or execution of your treatment plan, please consult with your doctor or personal medical team. Reference to any specific product or entity does not constitute an endorsement or recommendation by The DEI Shift. The views expressed by guests are their own, and their appearance on the podcast does not imply an endorsement of them or any entity they represent. Views and opinions expressed by The DEI Shift team are those of each individual, and do not necessarily reflect the views or opinions of The DEI Shift team and its guests, employers, sponsors, or organizations we are affiliated with.