(The Center Square) – With another major grocery store in Seattle set to close later this month, the issue of food and medicine deserts is a growing concern for some Emerald City residents. Seattle’s two mayoral candidates have different approaches to taking on the problem. 

Food deserts are neighborhoods with limited access to affordable, nutritious food. Medicine deserts are areas lacking sufficient healthcare providers or pharmacies.

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