NEW YORK — New Yorkers who do not have constant entry to sufficient meals for an lively life have worse well being, in accordance with a brand new survey.
The New York Well being Basis surveyed greater than 1,500 adults throughout the state.
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Individuals experiencing meals insecurity are twice as more likely to report poor or honest well being as people who find themselves meals safe.
Moreover, 21% of New Yorkers experiencing meals insecurity say they delay or skip medical care and 13% say they delay or do not buy prescription treatment.
