Website Search Results for: social determinants of health
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Date: Mar 7, 2023
The March 2023 episode of RHIhub's podcast features Holly Andrilla, Deputy Director of the WWAMI Rural Health Research Center, discussing several recent data briefs on rural behavioral health provider distribution, as well as changes in access to medication for opioid use disorder.
...health provider, like a psychiatric nurse or a psychologist? Holly Andrilla: Well, sort of, I can, and the reason I say that is we're looking at using the national provider database. So these...
Date: Dec 3, 2024
The December 2024 episode of RHIhub's podcast features an interview with Stephanie Larson, PhD, an Associate with the Institute of Ethics, University of New Mexico Health Sciences Center, and Devora Shapiro, PhD, Associate Professor of Medical Ethics, Ohio University Heritage College of Osteopathic Medicine. We look at some dilemmas in rural healthcare and explore ways in which resource managers, providers, and policymakers can use ethical principles to provide optimal care for rural patients.
...health. Stephanie Larson: I'll also add, and I think what Dr. Shapiro really underscored is, that idea of community building, and how we need to move away from that monolithic view of rural...
Date: Jun 30, 2021
On the list of leading causes of death, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, or COPD, impacts millions of rural Americans and their quality of life. Though limited treatments are available for COPD, research indicates that pulmonary rehabilitation (PR) provides major benefits, yet is currently under-prescribed and facing challenges from COVID-19 and from reimbursement policies. Researchers discuss the potential that tele-PR might bring to rural areas, and rural healthcare leaders highlight the benefits of their PR programs for service areas. - The Rural Monitor
...determined by spirometry , federal regulations specify Medicare conditions for coverage of PR services. PR: Unfortunately, A Well-Kept Secret For over 30 years, registered nurse Gayla Oakley has seen members of her community with chronic...
Added: Nov 14, 2022
After experiencing a devastating landslide in 2015, shares how the community of Sitka, Alaska worked to develop and implement an early warning system for landslides.
...determine their own needs and find community-driven solutions to the hazard threats rather than copy Sitka's approach. Response The Role of Technology Technology is the key part of the notification system. After...
Date: Oct 28, 2020
The University of Wisconsin–Madison School of Pharmacy created the Rural Pharmacy Practice program, a concentration for PharmD students interested in working in rural communities. Two students, two assistant professors, and a clinical pharmacy specialist share their experiences. - The Rural Monitor
...Social and Administrative Sciences Division. His research focus is on health policy and the impact of state policy changes on patients' access to care and the cost and quality of that care...
Date: May 16, 2018
Across the country, recruitment and retention challenges are common for rural healthcare entities providing post-acute care. Healthcare leaders share practical examples that have created incentive for staff to join, and stay on, their healthcare teams. - The Rural Monitor
...social, psychological, spiritual, and physical care. The volunteers help meet some of the patient's needs, allowing VNA clinicians to provide a higher level of medical care within their scope of practice, maximizing their time...
Added: Nov 14, 2022
Outlines key considerations for emergency response in rural communities including equipment and resource needs, communications, and the beginning of recovery efforts.
...Determine Equipment and Resource Needs During the preliminary needs assessment, rural communities can identify resource needs for community response. Potential resource needs include: Workforce, including staff and volunteers, to support response Communication tools and infrastructure...
Date: Nov 13, 2017
In rural communities, a little bit can go a long way. Learn how three Federal Office of Rural Health Policy awardees have used their funds to enhance healthcare access and create sustainable change. - The Rural Monitor
...determine the best approach to tackle health concerns specific to their community," said Meriam Mikre, FORHP Program Coordinator and Project Officer of the Outreach Program. As the project officer, Mikre's role is to connect...
Reviewed: Dec 17, 2024
Information, resources, and frequently asked questions related to home health for rural communities. Includes information on availability of home health services in rural areas, challenges faced by home health agencies, use of telehealth, and the effects that new federal regulations have on provision of home health services.
...social services block grant programs The Veterans Health Administration (for veterans who are at least 50% disabled, due to a service-related condition) What are some challenges faced by rural home health agencies? Access...
Added: Nov 14, 2022
Describes how a Critical Access Hospital in Estes Park, Colorado responded to and evacuated from a wildfire in October of 2020.
...Health (EPH), a Critical Access Hospital (CAH) in Estes Park, Colorado, for several months. EPH serves the town of Estes Park and several small communities in Larimer County, Colorado, and is licensed for 23 beds...