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Heart Association Supports W.Va. Request To Remove Sugary Drinks From SNAP Purchases

The American Heart Association has submitted a letter in support of Gov. Patrick Morrisey's request for the federal government to remove sugary beverages from SNAP benefits. 

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Physician And Lawmaker Talks State Health Issues

On this episode of The Legislature Today, West Virginia often gets poor grades for the health of its citizens. Recently, the American Lung Association rated the state as failing when it comes to several categories relating to smoking cessation. WVPB’s Appalachia Health News Reporter Emily Rice sat down with Del. Matthew Rohrbach, R-Cabell, who is a practicing physician.

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