Pediatricians play a crucial role in identifying food insecurity. One effective tool is the use of validated screening questions during routine visits. For example: - "Within the past 12 months, were you worried whether your food would run out before you got money to buy more?" - "Within the past 12 months, did the food you bought just not last, and you didn't have money to get more?" These questions can help uncover hidden food insecurity and allow for timely interventions.
