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www.theguardian.com
4 hours ago
Mental health

Isolated, overwhelmed and hours from a psychologist: regional Australia facing a perinatal health crisis

Rural Tasmania faces a significant shortage of mental health support for new mothers, leading to increased feelings of isolation and unmet healthcare needs. [ more ]
News Center
2 weeks ago
Medicine

Social Determinants of Health Associated with Diabetic Eye-Care Quality - News Center

Social determinants of health contribute to disparities in diabetic eye exams among different racial and ethnic groups. [ more ]
Fast Company
2 weeks ago
OMG science

In rural Tennessee, these cancer doctors see patients via hologram

Hologram technology is enhancing remote cancer care access in rural communities. [ more ]
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www.theguardian.com
2 weeks ago
Medicine

Millions of US women in maternity care deserts' facing dangers, report warns

Over a third of US counties are maternity care deserts, affecting reproductive health for millions. [ more ]
sun-sentinel.com
1 month ago
US Elections

The politics holding back Medicaid expansion in some Southern states

Medicaid expansion is crucial for uninsured patients in rural Mississippi, providing necessary coverage for serious health conditions. [ more ]
www.theguardian.com
2 weeks ago
Medicine

Millions of US women in maternity care deserts' facing dangers, report warns

Over a third of US counties are maternity care deserts, affecting reproductive health for millions. [ more ]
sun-sentinel.com
1 month ago
US Elections

The politics holding back Medicaid expansion in some Southern states

Medicaid expansion is crucial for uninsured patients in rural Mississippi, providing necessary coverage for serious health conditions. [ more ]
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MedCity News
1 month ago
Medicine

Bipartisan Effort Paves Way for Reviving Shuttered Hospitals in Georgia - MedCity News

Hospital closures in Georgia highlight significant financial pressures on healthcare facilities.
New legislation in Georgia aims to amend certificate of need laws, potentially increasing competition in healthcare. [ more ]
www.cbc.ca
1 month ago
Medicine

Recruitment programs lure family doctors to small towns with big cash bonuses | CBC Radio

Canadian municipalities are incentivizing family doctors to practice in smaller towns due to a shortage of primary care physicians. [ more ]
Harvard Gazette
6 months ago
Public health

Her friends' parents were dying of cancer. Then her mom got sick. - Harvard Gazette

Childhood tragedy inspired Jen Cruz's pursuit of public health equity.
Cruz's research focuses on reducing breast cancer screening inequities in rural settings. [ more ]
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