Establishes the "Food is Medicine Act" to improve health outcomes for MO HealthNet participants with nutrition-related chronic diseases.
The bill creates the "Food is Medicine Act" to enhance health outcomes for MO HealthNet participants with nutrition-related chronic diseases. It aims to reduce the need for medical care by providing nutrition services through the MO HealthNet program. Services may include case management, nutrition counseling, meals, nutrition prescriptions, and grocery provisions. The program prioritizes community-based organizations and local growers to support locally grown food in nutrition prescriptions. The Department of Social Services will apply for a federal waiver to implement this program.
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