Food Security, Access, and Challenges in New Mexico during COVID-19.

ABSTRACT:

Background

The novel coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) pandemic disrupted food systems and economies across the United States. Public health measures, including stay-at-home orders, led to employment disruptions and food system shocks that increased barriers to food access.

Objectives

We aimed to examine food insecurity and food access challenges in New Mexico (NM) during the COVID-19 pandemic.

Methods

A cross-sectional study using a validated survey was conducted in NM in May and June 2020. Adults 18 y and older were recruited through convenience sampling via email, websites, and targeted social media ads from major universities, nongovernmental organizations, state agencies, and media outlets. Survey questions assessed food insecurity and food-related challenges a

SUBMITTER: Rogus S 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC8758401 | biostudies-literature | 2022 Jan

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature