Many young people and their families have trouble affording healthy foods. Have you ever had trouble with this? Tell us about it.
How important is it to you to eat healthy foods? Why?
Do you think it’s important for your doctor to know if you are having difficulty accessing healthy food? Why or why not?
Doctors worry they may make people feel uncomfortable by offering to help with accessing healthy foods. What is the best way for doctors to discuss this with patients?
Some doctors prescribe fruits and vegetables to help patients get FREE healthy foods. Would you use a prescription for fruits and vegetables? Why or why not?
Date: 10/11/2024
Many young people have limited access to healthy and affordable food. Have you experienced this? Tell us more.
If you were worried about having enough food to eat, how would you get help?
If you didn’t have access to food, what might keep you from seeking help?
What impact does this issue (not having access to food) have on young people?
In your opinion, has COVID-19 had an impact on you or other young people’s ability to access healthy food? If so, how?
Date: 4/17/2020