(Washington, D.C.) Amid ongoing public health challenges and the prevalence of food insecurity in the United States, the American College of Preventive Medicine (ACPM) calls for an immediate resumption of federal support for nutrition initiatives, such as the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP), to reduce hunger and ensure all individuals can maintain a balanced and healthy diet – key to sustaining a productive workforce and engaged student population. ACPM recognizes and underscores the crucial role that nutrition plays in overall health and well-being.
“Access to proper nutrition is a fundamental component of preventive healthcare and overall health and wellness” said Dr. James Tacci, MD, JD, MPH, ACPM President-Elect. “Studies almost too numerous to count prove the importance and impact of diet on disease prevention and health promotion. The SNAP program plays a critical role in addressing food insecurity and supporting vulnerable and under-resourced populations across the country.”
Nutrition initiatives support individuals and families facing economic hardship by ensuring access to healthy food options. As policymakers continue to deliberate federal government spending plans, ACPM highlights the fundamental health value of maintaining a consistent and healthy food supply in under-resourced communities, and the critical importance of ensuring that federal nutrition programs continue.
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About ACPM:
The American College of Preventive Medicine (ACPM) is a professional medical society representing approximately 2,000 physicians, dedicated to the practice of preventive medicine; improving the health and quality of life of individuals, families, communities, and populations through disease prevention and health promotion. For more information about ACPM, visit www.acpm.org.
