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Rural Health Disparities Overview

WEBA 2019 American Journal of Public Health study found that from 2008-2010 and 2014-2016, rates of cigarette smoking among rural and urban adolescents declined, but that rural rates fell more slowly than …

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Module 1: Health Promotion and Disease Prevention in Rural …

WEBHealth promotion and disease prevention programs can empower individuals to make healthier choices and reduce their risk of disease and disability. At the …

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Social Determinants of Health for Rural People

WEBSocial determinants of health (SDOH) are, according to Healthy People 2030 , “the conditions in the environments where people are born, live, learn, work, play, worship, and age that affect a wide range of …

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Telehealth and Health Information Technology in Rural Healthcare

WEBWhat is the difference between telemedicine and telehealth? The Health Resources and Services Administration's Office for the Advancement of Telehealth …

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Evidence-Based Toolkits for Rural Community Health

WEBThe Rural Health Information Hub is supported by the Health Resources and Services Administration (HRSA) of the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) …

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Rural Health Policy Overview

WEBRural health policy addresses many of the same issues as the broader realm of health policy, such as access to care, quality improvement, cost containment, and healthcare system redesign. …

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The Health Belief Model

WEBThe Health Belief Model is a theoretical model that can be used to guide health promotion and disease prevention programs. It is used to explain and predict …

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Healthcare Access in Rural Communities – Resources

WEBSelected recent or important resources focusing on Healthcare Access in Rural Communities. Examines the availability of behavioral health providers who …

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Health Education Strategies

WEBHealth education strategies are tailored for their intended audience. Health education presents information to audiences on different health topics, including the …

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Rural Public Health Agencies

WEBProvides an overview of rural public health agencies. Answers frequently asked questions about the availability, provision, funding, and workforce needs of rural …

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Program Settings for Health Promotion and Disease Prevention

WEBA settings approach to health promotion and disease prevention focuses identifying the environment — the places where people live, work, and play — and …

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Rural Healthcare Workforce Overview

WEBExamines policy, economics, planning challenges, health professional shortage areas, and other issues related to the rural healthcare workforce. These …

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Health Communication Strategies

WEBHealth communication includes verbal and written strategies to influence and empower individuals, populations, and communities to make healthier choices. Health …

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Health Promotion and Disease Prevention Theories and Models

WEBSelected theories and models that are used for health promotion and disease prevention programs include: Ecological Models. The Health Belief Model. …

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Community Health Workers in Rural Settings – Resources

WEBExamines the impact of utilizing community health workers (CHWs) to provide COVID-19 home testing in rural Latino and Native American communities. Includes data …

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Identify Community Needs and Assets

WEBThe first step in preparing to develop a community health program is identifying community needs and priorities. Conducting a community health needs …

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Strategic Collaboration: The Key to Moving Rural Healthcare Forward

WEBStrategic collaboration allows rural organizations to combine resources and expertise to improve care and patient outcomes. Southern Illinois Healthcare, the Iowa …

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Telehealth Models for Increasing Access to Behavioral and Mental …

WEBConsultations can take place by direct video communication, telephone, or email. Treatment – Behavioral and mental telehealth programs typically provide …

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Grant Funding for Programs that Advance Health Equity

WEBIdentifying and securing funding is essential to sustaining programs that advance health equity. The Funders of Rural Programs section in the Rural Community …

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Rural Maternal Health Overview

WEBThis topic guide covers rural maternal health disparities, issues of access, barriers to rural maternal well-being, workforce challenges, and ways rural communities …

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