Conducting Rural Health Research, Needs Assessments, and Program Evaluations – News
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Oct 23, 2026 - Describes a newly funded project aiming to increase the participation of rural communities in clinical research and strengthen research partnerships with rural areas across the Southwest. Planned clinical research studies will investigate using telehealth to manage chronic disease and the impact of community doulas on maternal health outcomes.
Source: UNM Health Sciences News
Sep 1, 2026 - Patient-Centered Outcomes Research Institute has issued a
call for information on high-priority, patient-centered
comparative clinical effectiveness research needs to
address gaps in evidence. Information is sought on areas
that would improve health outcomes and includes a focus on
comparisons of treatments, care delivery, or system-level
strategies; addressing differences across groups or
communities; healthcare challenges; or addressing varied
settings. Submissions are being accepted until November 2,
2026.
Source: Patient-Centered Outcomes Research Institute