In Appalachia's flood-ravaged areas, residents look to rebuild on higher groundRecent floods in Appalachia, labeled 'thousand-year floods,' are occurring more frequently, revealing community vulnerabilities and resilience amidst a housing crisis.
In Western North Carolina, Helene's Devastation Is Threatening Health Care AccessHurricane Helene exacerbated health challenges for vulnerable individuals in rural North Carolina, impacting access to essential medical care.
In Appalachia's flood-ravaged areas, residents look to rebuild on higher groundRecent floods in Appalachia, labeled 'thousand-year floods,' are occurring more frequently, revealing community vulnerabilities and resilience amidst a housing crisis.
In Western North Carolina, Helene's Devastation Is Threatening Health Care AccessHurricane Helene exacerbated health challenges for vulnerable individuals in rural North Carolina, impacting access to essential medical care.
Isolated, overwhelmed and hours from a psychologist: regional Australia facing a perinatal health crisisRural Tasmania faces a significant shortage of mental health support for new mothers, leading to increased feelings of isolation and unmet healthcare needs.
Dublin a 'hotspot' for drug overdoses as methadone overtakes heroin as main threatRural areas show rising overdose risks from prescription and synthetic opioids; inner city trends shift toward methadone overshadowing heroin use.
Isolated, overwhelmed and hours from a psychologist: regional Australia facing a perinatal health crisisRural Tasmania faces a significant shortage of mental health support for new mothers, leading to increased feelings of isolation and unmet healthcare needs.
Dublin a 'hotspot' for drug overdoses as methadone overtakes heroin as main threatRural areas show rising overdose risks from prescription and synthetic opioids; inner city trends shift toward methadone overshadowing heroin use.
How to meet the unique healthcare needs of rural AmericaRural residents face significant barriers to accessing healthcare, particularly for women and mothers.
Social Determinants of Health Associated with Diabetic Eye-Care Quality - News CenterSocial determinants of health contribute to disparities in diabetic eye exams among different racial and ethnic groups.
New study maps the 'dental deserts' in the U.S.- Harvard GazetteNearly 1.7 million Americans lack access to dental care due to geographical disparities in service availability.
How to meet the unique healthcare needs of rural AmericaRural residents face significant barriers to accessing healthcare, particularly for women and mothers.
Social Determinants of Health Associated with Diabetic Eye-Care Quality - News CenterSocial determinants of health contribute to disparities in diabetic eye exams among different racial and ethnic groups.
New study maps the 'dental deserts' in the U.S.- Harvard GazetteNearly 1.7 million Americans lack access to dental care due to geographical disparities in service availability.
Despite missed target, Ontario cities pin hopes on program for foreign-trained doctors | CBC NewsThe Practice Ready Ontario program aims to increase the number of internationally-trained family doctors in rural areas despite initial setbacks.
Millions of US women in maternity care deserts' facing dangers, report warnsOver a third of US counties are maternity care deserts, affecting reproductive health for millions.
Patients are relying on Lyft and Uber to reach medical careRide-hail drivers are essential for transporting patients, especially from rural areas, to critical medical appointments.
Midwives blame California rules for hampering birth centers amid maternity care crisisCalifornia's hospitals are closing maternity units, creating challenges for expectant mothers, particularly in rural areas.
The politics holding back Medicaid expansion in some Southern statesMedicaid expansion is crucial for uninsured patients in rural Mississippi, providing necessary coverage for serious health conditions.
Heartland Forward Unveils Telehealth InitiativeHeartland Forward's initiative trains librarians to prepare communities for telehealth, addressing healthcare access issues in rural Arkansas and Oklahoma.
Millions of US women in maternity care deserts' facing dangers, report warnsOver a third of US counties are maternity care deserts, affecting reproductive health for millions.
Patients are relying on Lyft and Uber to reach medical careRide-hail drivers are essential for transporting patients, especially from rural areas, to critical medical appointments.
Midwives blame California rules for hampering birth centers amid maternity care crisisCalifornia's hospitals are closing maternity units, creating challenges for expectant mothers, particularly in rural areas.
The politics holding back Medicaid expansion in some Southern statesMedicaid expansion is crucial for uninsured patients in rural Mississippi, providing necessary coverage for serious health conditions.
Heartland Forward Unveils Telehealth InitiativeHeartland Forward's initiative trains librarians to prepare communities for telehealth, addressing healthcare access issues in rural Arkansas and Oklahoma.
New process can curb fraud in rural online data collection | Cornell ChronicleA new protocol effectively detects and removes fake data in online research studies, specifically addressing challenges in rural communities.
In rural Tennessee, these cancer doctors see patients via hologramHologram technology is enhancing remote cancer care access in rural communities.
Bipartisan Effort Paves Way for Reviving Shuttered Hospitals in Georgia - MedCity NewsHospital 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.
Recruitment programs lure family doctors to small towns with big cash bonuses | CBC RadioCanadian municipalities are incentivizing family doctors to practice in smaller towns due to a shortage of primary care physicians.