Food insecurity nearly doubled in New Jersey since 2020, with some 1.2 million people struggling to regularly afford food here, according to a nonprofit analysis of federal data.
Lilo H. Stainton is a Health Care Writer at NJ Spotlight News. With two decades of experience covering New Jersey, she focuses on themes related to healthcare administration, public health, and consumer health, while also addressing education and legal affairs. Lilo's work has been featured in various outlets, including the Philadelphia Inquirer, WHYY, and Bernardsville News.












