Figure 1. Coloradans Experiencing Food Insecurity Report Worse Health

Percentage of respondents who reported poor or fair health status by experiences of food insecurity, 2019
Experienced Food Insecurity in the Past Year
Did Not Experience Food Insecurity in the Past Year
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15.2%
X
5.0%
10.0%
15.0%
20.0%
25.0%
30.0%
35.0%
40.0%
45.0%
37.5%
Poor or Fair General health
11.9%
46.4%
Poor Mental Health
11.9%
46.0%
Poor or Fair Oral Health
15.2%
Note: Respondents who reported experiencing eight or more days of poor mental health in the past month were considered to have poor mental health.
Chart: Colorado Health Institute Source: Colorado Health Access Survey