PHSC 3: Introduction to Community Health

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Food security refers to the condition in which all individuals have reliable access to sufficient, nutritious, and culturally appropriate food to lead healthy, active lives.<insert 1 citation here> It encompasses not only the availability of food but also its affordability, accessibility, and the ability of people to utilize it in a way that supports their health and well-being. Food security is influenced by factors such as economic stability, agricultural productivity, infrastructure, and social policies. It is deeply intertwined with issues of poverty, inequality, and environmental sustainability, and achieving food security often requires addressing these underlying causes to ensure that everyone, especially the most vulnerable populations, has access to the food they need.<insert 1 citation here>

Food insecurity, the opposite of food security, affects millions of people worldwide, often leading to malnutrition, hunger, and chronic health problems. It can be the result of economic hardship, natural disasters, conflicts, or poor agricultural practices, and it disproportionately impacts low-income communities, rural populations, and developing countries. <insert 1 citation here> Addressing food insecurity requires multi-faceted solutions, such as improving food distribution systems, supporting sustainable agricultural practices, and enhancing social safety nets. In a rapidly changing world with climate change and population growth, ensuring food security is increasingly seen as a global priority, requiring coordinated efforts at local, national, and international levels to ensure that food systems are resilient, equitable, and capable of meeting the needs of all people.

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