Nutrition Diet: How can nurses help with food insecurity?
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According to the USDA, millions of households in the United States faced food insecurity in 2023, making it a critical public health issue with profound impacts on health outcomes. This reality places nurses, who are often the first point of contact for patients, in a unique position to address and mitigate the effects of food insecurity by screening, educating, and connecting patients with vital resources.