Rural Health
News by Topic: Delta Region
Oct 2, 2024 - Highlights the Delta Nurse Scholars program at the University of Tennessee. The program supports nursing graduates as they transition to rural or underserved hospitals in the Delta region through financial support, mentoring, and specialized training. Discusses the challenges with recruiting nurses to rural areas and the high cost of turnover.
Source: University of Tennessee Health Science Center
Sep 24, 2024 - Announces funding for supporting rural health care from the Health Resources and Services Administration. The funding prioritizes maternal health, behavioral health, and expanding access to care.
Source: U.S. Department of Health and Human Services