Gretel Kauffman has been a web writer for the Rural Health Information Hub since 2022. She writes on a variety of rural-specific issues in the Rural Monitor and Models and Innovations. Gretel has a bachelor of arts degree in American Studies from the University of Notre Dame. Full Biography
October 23, 2024
Maternal deaths have increased in the U.S., with half of those deaths occurring in the year after childbirth. In many rural communities, accessing necessary postpartum care has become increasingly difficult.
August 14, 2024
A communitywide task force in Kingsville, Texas is expanding local services and raising public awareness of the issue.
July 10, 2024
Timely interventions and support can be life-changing for children with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) and their families, but are often inaccessible in rural communities.
May 29, 2024
Ten measures developed by the state's EMS office have been endorsed by the National Emergency Medical Services Quality Alliance.
April 10, 2024
While an estimated 20% of Americans live in rural areas, 40% of traffic deaths occur on rural roads.
February 7, 2024
Hoarding disorder can lead to serious health risks and a hazardous home environment, with older adults especially vulnerable – but in rural places, diagnosing and treating the condition can be a challenge.
November 29, 2023
Old Dominion University's new mobile clinic is bridging care gaps in underserved communities while providing clinical opportunities to nursing students.
November 1, 2023
With free and confidential live chat, text, phone, and email services, new mothers can get quick answers to questions about potentially dangerous exposures.
September 6, 2023
In rural communities, where funding is often limited and mental health resources may be scarce, ensuring incarcerated people have access to needed care can be a challenge.
August 9, 2023
Project Swaddle uses community paramedics to bring wrap-around care to pregnant and postpartum patients.
