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ISU awarded federal grant to improve access to produce for pregnant and postpartum women

News From The States·October 15, 2026
ISU awarded federal grant to improve access to produce for pregnant and postpartum women

Idaho State University has been awarded nearly $500,000 in federal funding to launch a Maternal Produce Prescription Program. The initiative will provide eligible pregnant and postpartum individuals with prescriptions for produce, vouchers for fresh fruits and vegetables, and nutrition education to improve health outcomes.

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This article highlights the expansion of the 'food as medicine' model into maternal health, specifically utilizing federal grants to address nutritional barriers for vulnerable populations through voucher-based interventions.

By Laura Guido·Read original article on News From The States
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