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Puerto Rico Faces Hunger Crisis Amid Rising Inflation

11/13/2025

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Story summary

Maritza Ortega, a Puerto Rico resident, struggles to afford essential items as hunger worsens.
A Taller Salud study finds that more than half of island adults eat only two meals daily.
About 85% of Puerto Rico's food is imported, increasing vulnerability to supply disruptions.
Inflation has forced families to change purchasing habits.
Community initiatives like SuperSolidario aim to connect local producers with consumers.

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Story summary

Maritza Ortega, a Puerto Rico resident, struggles to afford essential items as hunger worsens.
A Taller Salud study finds that more than half of island adults eat only two meals daily.
About 85% of Puerto Rico's food is imported, increasing vulnerability to supply disruptions.
Inflation has forced families to change purchasing habits.
Community initiatives like SuperSolidario aim to connect local producers with consumers.