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Social determinants of health are a major reason why people born in one part of Collier County are expected to live 15 years longer than those in other parts of the county, according to federal data.
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On this episode of Florida Matters, Thomas Mantz of Feeding Tampa Bay says he expects the economic effects of the coronavirus on food security to last for years.
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The federal funds are earmarked for low-income children who receive free and reduced lunch, to help offset the cost of feeding them at home this summer.
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The statewide chapter of No Kid Hungry, a national organization tackling childhood food insecurity, has seen more requests for grants to support transporting food directly to students and families.
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Agriculture Commissioner Nikki Fried says the U.S. Department of Agriculture is providing $93 million so staff could continue delivering meals to homebound students.
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A statewide organization representing farmworkers is raising alarms about food insecurity as resources made available during the pandemic begin to cut back.
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The report from the Annie E. Casey Foundation looks at several factors such as income levels, education and access to health care.
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Feeding Tampa Bay asked the state for $400,000 for a workforce training program. It ended up on the list of vetoes.
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A Melbourne mother discusses food insecurity after her recent testimony before a House subcommittee about the importance of the SNAP program.
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Nonprofit OCA provides programs for individuals with special needs in Orlando. Executive director Silvia Haas recently spoke with WMFE’s Talia Blake about how food insecurity is affecting people with autism.