<p>In this episode, we discuss the issue of food deserts and obesity in Washington DC. Food deserts are areas with few grocery stores. They pose a danger to the health of the residents in the areas, as lack of access to healthy food can lead to obesity and other health problems. </p>

In this episode, we discuss the issue of food deserts and obesity in Washington DC. Food deserts are areas with few grocery stores. They pose a danger to the health of the residents in the areas, as lack of access to healthy food can lead to obesity and other health problems.

<p>In this episode, we discuss the issue of food deserts and obesity in Washington DC. Food deserts are areas with few grocery stores. They pose a danger to the health of the residents in the areas, as lack of access to healthy food can lead to obesity and other health problems.&nbsp;</p>

Episode 3: Food Deserts and Obesity

At the Rodham Institute, we work to alleviate health disparities in Washington, DC through a multipronged approach utilizing our position as a part of an academic medical center—George Washington University School of Medicine and Health Sciences. This podcast series examines issues of health disparities from several perspectives, bringing in the voices of doctors, academic researchers, and patients themselves. Produced and voiced by Diana Hla, a senior at Johns Hopkins University, and David Hla, a senior at St. Albans School with resources from Johns Hopkins Digital Media Center.

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Episode 3: Food Deserts and Obesity

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