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Rep. McGovern drafts letter for nutrition, health resources

Rep. McGovern drafts letter for nutrition, health resources

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BOSTON, MA (FRANKLIN COUNTY NOW) — US Representative Jim McGovern is leading a bipartisan effort to support nutrition and healthy food in the US health care system. McGovern drafted a letter with 46 House member signatures from both sides asking appropriators for resources and guidance on better nutrition in the health care system in next year’s budget. 

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