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across western and central New York

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“Numbers and Stories” Inform Profile of Health Coverage in Western & Central NY; Many Uninsured in 16 Counties Likely Eligible for Help

April 22, 2019 in Latest News

CCWB Insights Report

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December 10, 2019 in What We're Learning

Grants Awarded in 2019

Health Foundation Awards Nearly $1.9 Million in Recent Grants

December 9, 2019 in Latest News

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@feedmorewny @Health_Affairs "...and food-insecure seniors have limitations in activities of daily living comparable to those of food-secure seniors fourteen years older."

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@feedmorewny @Health_Affairs That report from @Health_Affairs notes: "....studies found that food-insecure children are at least twice as likely to report being in fair or poor health and at least 1.4 times more likely to have asthma, compared to food-secure children..." (cont.)

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@feedmorewny Research has shown again and again that food insecurity is linked to poorer health outcomes, especially in young children and older adults, and SNAP programs can reduce those rates of food insecurity. healthaffairs.org/doi/full/10… via @Health_Affairs

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We share the concerns voiced by our colleagues at @feedmorewny in this story about proposed cuts to SNAP benefits. These changes would make it harder for thousands of low-income families in our communities to access the food they need. buffalonews.com/2019/08/02/tr…

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We're looking for dynamic, forward-thinking leaders at health-related organizations in western and central New York to apply for the next cohort of our Health Leadership Fellows program! Learn more: hfwcny.org/applications-n… #wny #cny

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