#45 "Eating is not Optional": Understanding and Addressing Hunger in Virginia
Update: 2025-11-07
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Just over 1,000,000 people - one in 8 Virginians - face hunger. What does fighting hunger in Virginia look like? In this episode of CommonHealth, host Adrienne Harden speaks with Eddie Oliver, Executive Director of the Federation of Virginia Food Banks, about food insecurity and how the Federation works to address it. Hear more about innovative programs like food pharmacies, and the potential impact of cuts to SNAP. This timely conversation reminds us: eating is not optional. Listen in and get involved in the fight against hunger today.
With special guest:
Eddie Oliver, Executive Director, Federation of Virginia Food Banks
Hosted by:
Adrienne Harden
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