Keynote Presentation #3: Food as Medicine for All: Novel Family Centered Strategies to Addressing Food & Nutrition Insecurity
| Wednesday, May 22, 2024 |
| 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM |
| Ballroom B |
Details
Food as medicine interventions have garnered considerable attention over the last few years since the start of the COVID-19 Pandemic. These interventions have great promise and growing evidence indicating their role in addressing food/nutrition insecurity and diet related chronic disease. Unfortunately, the majority of efforts continue to focus solely on adults while missing the opportunity to be a transformative tool for the entire household. In this discussion, we will introduce the novel concept of Food as medicine, practical approaches for application, and strategies to ensure the entire family, from children to adults, are prioritized.
Speaker
Dr. Kofi Essel
Food As Medicine Director
Elevance Health
Food as Medicine for All: Novel Family Centered Strategies to Addressing Food & Nutrition Insecurity
Biography
Chair
Shreela Sharma
Professor & Vice Chair; Director, Center for Health Equity
University Of Texas School Of Public Health
Speaker
Kofi Essel
Food As Medicine Director
Elevance Health
