Maryland awards $10M in grants to expand access to fresh produce in high-poverty communities
The state of Maryland has awarded $10 million in grants to support collaborations between healthcare providers and community organizations to implement produce prescription programs. These initiatives provide patients with vouchers for no-cost fruits and vegetables to help manage diet-related chronic conditions such as diabetes and hypertension.
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This article highlights a significant state-level investment in 'food is medicine' initiatives, demonstrating a shift toward integrating nutritional support directly into clinical care pathways to address social determinants of health.
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