Ep. 18 Why Rural Hunger Deserves a Closer Look. A Conversation with Dr. Christine Hockett

In this episode, Dr. Christine Hockett, Director of Community Research at Avera Research Institute, joins us to talk about the often-overlooked issue of rural hunger. From social determinants of health to the critical role research plays in understanding food insecurity outside urban areas, Dr. Hockett explains why data matters — and how it can lead to real change for South Dakota’s most underserved communities. Follow us: Facebook - @FeedingSD Instagram - @FeedingSD LinkedIn - @FeedingSD Our website: https://www.feedingsouthdakota.org/ Avera Research Institute: https://www.avera.org/research-and-clinical-trials/research-institute/