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Improving Healthy Food Access in Low-Income Urban Areas: Insights for Practitioners

Improving Healthy Food Access in Low-Income Urban Areas: Insights for Practitioners

Introduction

In the realm of public health, understanding the complex interplay of factors that influence healthy food access in low-income urban environments is crucial. A recent study titled A community-based system dynamics approach suggests solutions for improving healthy food access in a low-income urban environment sheds light on these dynamics. This blog explores how practitioners can apply the findings to improve their skills and outcomes in promoting healthy food access.

Understanding the Research

The study utilized a community-based system dynamics approach to engage diverse stakeholders in Baltimore, MD, in identifying barriers and solutions to healthy food access. Participants included local food outlet owners, residents, neighborhood organizations, and city agencies. Through a collaborative workshop, they developed causal loop diagrams to visualize the dynamic factors affecting the neighborhood food system.

Key Findings

Implications for Practitioners

Practitioners can leverage these insights to enhance their strategies in promoting healthy food access:

Encouraging Further Research

While the study provides valuable insights, further research is necessary to explore the nuanced interactions within urban food systems. Practitioners are encouraged to engage in community-based system dynamics workshops to gain deeper understanding and identify effective intervention points.

Conclusion

By applying the findings from this research, practitioners can develop more effective strategies to improve healthy food access in low-income urban environments. The integration of community-based system dynamics into public health initiatives holds promise for creating healthier communities.

To read the original research paper, please follow this link: A community-based system dynamics approach suggests solutions for improving healthy food access in a low-income urban environment.


Citation: Mui, Y., Ballard, E., Lopatin, E., Thornton, R. L. J., Pollack Porter, K. M., & Gittelsohn, J. (2019). A community-based system dynamics approach suggests solutions for improving healthy food access in a low-income urban environment. PLoS ONE, 14(5), e0216985. https://doi.org/10.1371/journal.pone.0216985
Marnee Brick, President, TinyEYE Therapy Services

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