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Hospital debuts food market for patients and staff

The initiative, which began as a small-scale produce market during Nutrition Month, evolved into a weekly food pantry when hospital staff realized food insecurity was an ongoing issue. The All Kids Campus Market offers fresh produce, shelf-stable foods, meat and dairy items. The selection varies week to week depending on what St. Pete Free Clinic (SPFC) is able to offer.

 

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