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TN health department rolls out grants through new rural healthcare program
Summary by The Nashville Editorial Desk · Byline on the source page: Tony Garcia , as published by WSMV 4 News (NBC affiliate)
· September 8, 2026
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Key points A total of 53 projects will receive grants. The funding is part of a new program, and its recipients have been announced.
Funding has been awarded to support rural healthcare. A total of 53 projects will receive grants. These projects aim to improve health outcomes and increase access to healthcare. They will also focus on creating environments that promote healthy living by supporting nutrition and physical fitness.
The grants will be used to launch various projects across several areas. Some will start multiple projects, while others will focus on a single initiative. Further details about the projects and their goals are available.
The funding is part of a new program, and its recipients have been announced. The program's initiatives will be implemented in various locations, with some areas receiving funding for multiple projects.
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Published: September 8, 2026 ·
Source: WSMV 4 News (NBC affiliate) ·
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What is this story about? Funding has been awarded to support rural healthcare. A total of 53 projects will receive grants. These projects aim to improve health outcomes and increase access to healthcare. They will also focus…
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