Dianna Smith

@geodianna.bsky.social

Health geographer who loves food, research methods, collaboration. Aims to address social inequality while working in geography & public health. Trustee @ Citizens Advice New Forest https://www.southampton.ac.uk/people/5xfq7k/professor-dianna-smith

We see the impact of food insecurity, where poor nutrition contributes to long-term health complications. Patients struggling with unstable employment or financial hardship often delay seeking medical help, leading to more severe illness by the time they reach us. www.theguardian.com/society/2025...

Doctors urge government to fight poverty after rise in patients with Victorian diseases

Survey finds vast majority of doctors are concerned at impact of health inequalities on their patients

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