Recap of the SPH Event “The Painful Truth About Hunger in America” with Dr. Mariana Chilton

In her enlightening talk based on her seminal work “The Painful Truth About Hunger in America,” Dr. Mariana Chilton dives into the complex and deeply rooted issue of food insecurity and its profound impacts on American communities. This well attended OHSU-PSU School of Public Health event, held both in person and online, addressed the SPH, broader OHSU community, and local community partners about the crucial role of community-oriented strategies and education in unveiling the invisible crisis of hunger that many face in silence. Dr. Chilton advocates for a collective awakening to the realities of hunger, stressing that it is not merely a matter of insufficient food, but a symptom of larger socio-economic disparities that require comprehensive, multi-faceted approaches to address. Her talk serves as a vital reminder of the power each of us holds in making a tangible difference in the lives of those around us, through the lens of kindness, understanding, and unwavering commitment to public health excellence.