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    • Food insecurity (FI) is a socioeconomic condition marked by inconsistent access to sufficient food.
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    • Addressing FI is crucial for improving population health and reducing healthcare costs.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To detail the implementation and outcomes of the Food Link program.
    • To assess the impact of a population-based FI intervention on vulnerable groups.
    • To highlight a community-academic-clinical partnership model for addressing food insecurity.

    Main Methods:

    • The Food Link program was implemented in two free clinics in Birmingham, Alabama.
    • Partnerships included academic institutions, clinical providers, and community organizations.
    • Patients screened positive for FI using the Hunger Vital Signs Screener received food assistance, referrals, and benefits education.

    Main Results:

    • Over 18 months, Food Link served 466 patients identified as food insecure.
    • A total of 1,179 food distributions were provided to participants.
    • The program successfully reached a significant portion of the target vulnerable population.

    Conclusions:

    • Collaborative efforts between academic, clinical, and community partners can effectively address food insecurity.
    • Interventions like Food Link can meet the needs of vulnerable populations.
    • Successful FI programs have the potential to improve health and lower healthcare costs.