Community Problem Impacts

What is a food desert?

• A place with lots of fast food

• A desert with edible plants

• An area that has limited access to affordable and nutritious food

• A large sandy area

How might living in a rural community affect access to healthcare compared to an urban area?

• More hospitals in rural areas

• Less specialized healthcare services in rural areas

• Easier to get an appointment in rural areas

• Healthcare is free in rural areas

What is one way that culture can impact diet?

• Everyone eats the same food worldwide

• Culture has no impact on diet

• Cultural traditions can influence the types of food eaten

• People in all cultures eat only fast food

Why might someone in an urban food desert community have a harder time eating healthy?

• There are too many grocery stores

• There is an abundance of fresh fruits and vegetables

• Limited access to affordable, healthy food options

• Everyone in urban areas grows their own food

How can living in a rural community affect education?

• There are more schools in rural areas

• Schools in rural areas often have fewer resources

• All rural schools are private

• Rural areas have only online schools

What might be a challenge for getting fresh food in a rural community?

• Too many grocery stores

• Grocery stores are very close to each other

• Limited number of grocery stores

• Everyone grows their own food

How can culture influence healthcare?

• All cultures have the same healthcare practices

• Cultural beliefs can affect the types of treatments sought

• Culture has no influence on healthcare

• Only modern cultures use hospitals

Why might urban areas have more pollution than rural areas?

• There are more trees in urban areas

• Rural areas use more cars

• Urban areas have higher concentrations of factories and vehicles

• Pollution is not present in urban areas

What role does transportation play in accessing food in rural communities?

• No role, as everyone walks to the store

• A significant role, as stores may be far and public transport limited

• Everyone uses bicycles, so it's not an issue

• Rural communities have food delivered by drones

How can living in an urban food desert affect children's health?

• Children are healthier in food deserts

• No effect on children's health

• It can lead to higher rates of obesity and diabetes

• Children learn to cook better