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Jan 22, 2025 - Summarizes recent research finding that rural areas have a shortage of ophthalmic surgeons despite a higher need for ophthalmic surgery for rural residents. Discusses trends in access to eye surgeons and specialists between 2012 and 2022 and regional access disparities.
Source: HealthDay News
Jan 15, 2025 - Announces the final policy and funding initiatives from the Enhancing Maternal Health Initiative from the Health Resources and Services Administration (HRSA). Funded work will sustain the work of the year long initiative and also develop recommendations for preventing cardiovascular conditions in women. Includes a report on the work of the committee and highlights work throughout 2024 including rural health initiatives.
Source: Human Resources and Services Administration
Jan 15, 2025 - Notice of final rule from the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) terminating its rulemaking on occupational exposure to COVID-19 in healthcare setting. This rule explains that OSHA has concluded that the most effective and efficient use of agency resources to protect healthcare workers from occupational exposure to COVID-19, as well as a host of other infectious diseases, is to focus its resources on the completion of an Infectious Diseases rulemaking for healthcare rather than a disease-specific standard. The termination of the rulemaking is effective January 15, 2025.
Source: Federal Register
Jan 9, 2025 - Describes new funding for cancer treatment research. Discusses how using students in the research will impact future rural healthcare opportunities.
Source: The Den
Jan 9, 2025 - Describes population shifts in Virginia before and after the COVID-19 pandemic. Notes trends by region, trends related to wealth and remote workers, and anticipated impacts on local economies.
Source: Cardinal News
Dec 30, 2024 - Notice from the Health Resources and Services Administration (HRSA) announcing updates to the HRSA-supported Women's Preventive Services Guidelines relating to screening and counseling for intimate partner and domestic violence, breast cancer screening for women at average risk, and patient navigation for breast and cervical cancer screening. For most non-grandfathered group health plans and health insurance issuers offering group or individual health insurance coverage, this update will take effect in 2026.
Source: Federal Register
Dec 23, 2024 - The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) is seeking comments on the following information collections: 1) End Stage Renal Disease (ESRD) Conditions for Coverage and Supporting Regulations; and 2) Expanding Access to Women's Health Grant. Comments are due by February 21, 2025.
Source: Federal Register
Dec 21, 2024 - Describes rising numbers of cardiovascular disease-related deaths among rural working-age adults. Explores a variety of factors contributing to rural-urban cardiovascular disparities, including elevated rates of opioid use and limited health care access in many rural communities. Discusses efforts by a research network to develop rural-specific solutions to increase access to cardiovascular care.
Source: NBC News
Dec 20, 2024 - The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) announces the charter renewal of the CDC/Health Resources and Services Administration (HRSA) Advisory Committee on HIV, Viral Hepatitis and STD Prevention and Treatment. The charter renewal is effective for a two-year period, through November 25, 2026.
Source: Federal Register
Dec 19, 2024 - Highlights the improved health outcomes of participants in a diabetes management program in rural South Carolina. Announces plans to expand the program.
Source: Clemson News