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Nourish to flourish: OHSU Doernbecher’s solution for supporting hungry families
OHSU Doernbecher launched the Nourish program in 2022 to provide parents and caregivers with food during hospital stays.
MultiCare Valley Hospital brings holiday cheer to local students
Every December, health care workers at MultiCare Valley Hospital, based in Spokane, Wash., take on extra seasonal roles: holiday “elves." For nine years, the staff has organized a gift drive to support local children, donating presents and essential items to families who need them most.
UAMS partners with local food pantries in Food Is Medicine program
The University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (UAMS) is demonstrating the powerful impact of its Food Is Medicine program.
Mass General Brigham expands access to healthy, locally grown foods in Boston area
Mass General Brigham is investing $9 million through its Community Health Impact Funds to address rising food insecurity in Boston and the surrounding cities of Chelsea, Revere and Winthrop.
From farm to food bank: Kaiser Permanente Hawaii invests in island nutrition
This holiday season, Kaiser Permanente Hawaii is strengthening food security across the Aloha State by supporting nonprofits that expand access to nutritious, locally grown food.
Advocate Condell's pantry program is nourishing communities and connections
In Libertyville, Illinois, Advocate Condell Medical Center is tackling food insecurity through their innovative Rx Mobile Food Pantry Program, delivering fresh, nutritious food directly to neighborhoods in need.
Mat-Su Regional Medical Center “spreads the love” with key food bank staple
Peanut butter has long been a sought-after item for food pantries, thanks to its long shelf life and nutritional value. Mat-Su Regional Medical Center sees it as a critical tool in the fight against hunger within the community, in which an estimated 20% of residents experience food insecurity.
Community Health and Environment Stories
Collecting stories about innovative approaches and practices being used to address the environment as a driver of population health outcomes.
Turning corner stores into health hubs
Angela Shuman, a community health nurse with Penn State Health, plays a vital role in supporting residents of Reading, Pa., through monthly health check-ins at New Heightz Grocery Store. Her warm, personal approach — like hugging regulars and offering gentle reminders about medication — has built deep trust within the community.
Food as medicine: Tampa General launches new meal program with chef Geoffrey Zakarian
Tampa General Hospital is embracing the importance of food by partnering with celebrity chef Geoffrey Zakarian, who has developed seasonal menus featuring local produce whenever possible.