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We Should All Be Mindful That Food Insecurity and Malnutrition Still Affects Many During the Holidays

According to the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA), approximately “12.3 million American households remain food insecure – meaning that 1 in 8 households had difficulty at some time during the year in providing enough food for all their members.” Food insecurity is a major risk factor for malnutrition. Healthline defines malnutrition as “getting too …

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Healthcare Professionals and Patients are Urged to Discuss Their Nutrition Status More Openly During This Malnutrition Awareness Week

According to the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA), approximately “12.3 American households remain food insecure – meaning that 1 in 8 households had difficulty at some time during the year in providing enough food for all their members.” Food insecurity is a major risk factor for malnutrition. Healthline defines malnutrition as “getting too little …

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