New England Diary

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Brigham to screen Dorchester residents for food insecurity

In the Uphams Corner section of Dorchester.

From The New England Council’s (newenglandcouncil.com) latest update on the response of the region’s organizations to COVID-19.

“Brigham and Women’s Offering Hunger Screening with COVID-19 Testing. Brigham Health—which includes Brigham and Women’s Hospital, will begin testing residents of Boston’s Dorchester neighborhood for COVID-19 and will also screen residents for food insecurity, as the pandemic is exacerbating existing food insecurity in the area. Brigham Health will also offer boxes of fresh food, protective equipment, and educational materials for residents. Boston.com reports.’’