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791. CDC WONDER - Resources
Reviewed: Jul 2026

Provides access to a wide range of public health data for metropolitan and nonmetropolitan areas, including mortality, birth and fertility, cancer, and historical AIDS data.

...cancer, and historical AIDS data. --- CDC WONDER Provides access to a wide range of public...

792. Reaching the Unheard: Overcoming Challenges in Health Research with Hard-to-Reach Populations - Resources
Date: Mar 2024

Analyzes strategies to engage hard-to-reach populations in health research. Discusses two case studies focused on specific issues in health research: breast cancer screening among rural and urban Mexican women in Illinois and mental health needs of Afghan refugees in Oklahoma. Provides reflection on issues such as cultural competency, language used in research, cultural identity and representation of research staff, choosing appropriate research sites, and more.

...cancer screening among rural and urban Mexican women in Illinois and mental health needs of Afghan...

793. Angel Flight West - Models & Innovations
Reviewed: Apr 15, 2025

Provides free non-emergency air travel for people of all ages with serious medical issues or other compelling needs.

...Cancer Initiative for the help they provide to cancer patients. One of the biggest challenges...

794. A Non-Randomized Pilot Study to Test the Feasibility of Treating Chronic Pain and Opioid Prescription Use in Rural Areas with Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (T-PACT) - Resources
Date: Oct 2020

Describes a pilot study examining research feasibility, methods, and processes for administering acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT) as a treatment for chronic non-cancer pain (CNCP) and a possible alternative to prescribed opioids. The research team included four Clinical and Translational Science Award (CTSA) hubs that administered the study in rural areas of New Mexico, North Carolina, Kansas, and Kentucky. Discusses survey data and lessons learned from the pilot study, including unexpected barriers to participation.

...cancer pain (CNCP) and a possible alternative to prescribed opioids. The research team included four...

795. April 2025 MedPAC Meeting Transcript - Resources
Date: Apr 2025

Transcript from the Medicare Payment Advisory Commission's (MedPAC) April 2025 meeting. Covers physician fee schedule updates and improving the accuracy of relative payment rates; structural differences between the stand-alone prescription drug plan (PDP) and Medicare Advantage–Prescription Drug plan (MA–PD) markets; the utilization and delivery of Medicare Advantage supplemental benefits; the effect of Medicare Advantage on rural hospitals; paying for software technologies in Medicare; access to hospice and certain services under the hospice benefit for beneficiaries with end-stage renal disease and beneficiaries with cancer; and regulations, star ratings, and fee-for-service Medicare policies aimed at improving nursing home quality.

...cancer; and regulations, star ratings, and fee-for-service Medicare policies aimed at improving nursing...

796. South Dakota American Indian Mortality Data, 2008-2024 - Resources
Date: Oct 2025

Highlights the leading causes of death in American Indian communities in South Dakota from 2008 to 2024. Ranks causes, such as cancer, heart disease, and stroke, among others, by year.

...cancer, heart disease, and stroke, among others, by year. --- South Dakota American Indian Mortality Data...

797. Rural Public Health Agencies Overview - Topic Guides
Reviewed: Jan 3, 2025

Provides an overview of rural public health agencies. Answers frequently asked questions about the availability, provision, funding, and workforce needs of rural public health agencies. Discusses local health department accreditation, education and training, and collaboration with healthcare providers to improve population health.

...Cancer screening Maternal and child health surveillance Women, Infants, and Children (WIC) STD screening and treatment...

798. Palliative Care — More Than Just Hospice, with Karla Weng and Pat Justis – Exploring Rural Health Podcast - Podcast Episode
Date: Jun 7, 2022

The June 2022 episode of RHIhub's podcast features Karla Weng, Senior Program Manager for Stratis Health, and Pat Justis, Director of the Washington State Office of Rural Health, discussing their work on an initiative to expand access to palliative care in rural communities in Washington State, North Dakota, and Wisconsin.

...cancer treatment is sort of your traditional. If you want to be a certified cancer...

799. Module 3: Program Clearinghouse – RHIhub Mobile Healthcare Toolkit - Toolkits
Added: Jul 30, 2026

Examples of rural mobile healthcare programs working to improve health and well-being in rural communities.

...Cancer Institute: Bonnie’s Bus and LUCAS Synopsis: Utilizing state-of-the-art, adaptable technology...

800. Healthy Monadnock Alliance - Models & Innovations
Reviewed: Nov 17, 2025

Healthy Monadnock is a community-wide initiative that aspires to provide "better health and wellness for all" residents of the Monadnock Region of New Hampshire.

...Cancer Screenings: The New Hampshire Healthy Lives Breast and Cervical Cancer Program aims to reduce...