Hunger in the News
Should Pediatricians Ask Parents If They're Poor? | NPR
The stress of living in poverty can affect a child's well-being - particularly when it comes to getting enough to eat. The American Academy of Pediatricians is urging its members to ask if families are struggling financially as a way to give full care to their patients.
Angel of the Street | Woman's Day
Woman's Day magazine has been a long supporter of Feeding America and the issue of hunger. In their most recent issue, they profiled Jessie May Brown - an 88-year-old, food-insecure senior that still finds a way to help her community.
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Changes to the Nutrition Facts Label | FDA
The Federal Drug Administration announced that the nutrition label of foods will be changing to give more focus to getting consumers the information they need quickly in addition to being transparent about the added sugars in the food we eat. The change was announced at the Partnership for a Healthier America Summit where First Lady Michelle Obama was the keynote speaker.
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