Bringing specialized care closer to home! Rural Oklahoma hospitals are working to improve access to neonatal intensive care, helping newborns and families receive essential medical support closer to their communities. Read More: news9.com/health-matters-tse…

New investments are helping strengthen rural health care across the country. More than $6 million in funding will support rural health networks across 10 states, expanding access to essential services and supporting local health care workforces. ruralhealthinfo.org/news/390…

Arkansas is investing in stronger rural healthcare. New University of Arkansas for Medical Services initiatives are expanding access to obstetric and behavioral health care, preventive services, and workforce development across the state. Learn more: news.uams.edu/2026/09/24/ark…

Libraries are becoming a resource for more than just books! In rural communities, libraries are helping connect residents with heart-health education and resources, making important health information more accessible and closer to home. Learn More: ruralhealth.us/blogs/2026/09…

Health care is hitting the road! Mobile health clinics are helping bring healthcare directly to rural communities. The LION Mobile Clinic has already held 300+ events across 15 counties, helping make care more accessible. Learn More: rd.usda.gov/newsroom/success…

Investing in care means investing in communities. New York received $76M to strengthen rural healthcare and support regional networks that connect rural hospitals, primary care providers, Federally Qualified Health Centers, and more. fingerlakesdailynews.com/loc…

Big win for rural Florida: FSU College of Medicine has secured $19 million+ in federal funding to expand healthcare access, strengthen the workforce, grow telehealth, and improve outcomes in underserved communities across the state. news.fsu.edu/news/health-med…

One tick bite can cause a lifelong allergy to red meat. Rural Americans are 20 times more likely to develop alpha-gal syndrome, and rural providers are often the first to spot it 🔎 bit.ly/3TMQB3e

When every second counts, distance matters ⏱️ "Close to Home" spotlights the rural hospitals, providers, and first responders who show up for their communities when it matters most. aha.org/news/headline/2026-0…

Rural healthcare challenges require innovative solutions. Connected care is creating new opportunities to expand access, strengthen rural hospitals, and support the healthcare workforce communities rely on every day. bit.ly/4bxmR0s

Strong rural communities need strong healthcare systems. Supporting the rural healthcare workforce is key to expanding access, improving outcomes, and meeting the needs of patients where they are. bit.ly/4yQ7jz9

When healthcare is difficult to access, rural communities feel the impact every day. The work of rural health leaders like Dr. Joanne Keefe helps shine a light on those challenges while advancing solutions that improve access to care. bit.ly/4yv5IOK

A year in: where has the $50B Rural Health Transformation Fund gone? 🤔 What has changed, and what comes next for rural health? This conversation takes a closer look. Worth a listen. bit.ly/4wKZokB

Oregon just secured $97.1M for rural health, funding 136 projects across every county. 🌲 The funding targets maternal and child health, behavioral health staffing, and keeping local safety-net providers running. bit.ly/4ycHA3c

A big win for rural health. 🎉 Congress just advanced strong funding for rural health programs — protecting services that thousands of rural communities depend on. bit.ly/4vAxdEu

Rural hospitals innovate out of necessity. From student opportunities to homegrown nurse leaders, here are 5 ways rural communities are beating the workforce shortage 👇 bit.ly/4gGLpY9

Sanford Heath, the largest rural health system in the U.S. just opened a 60,000 sq ft Virtual Care Center🏥 This connects rural patients to nearly 80 specialties, powered by AI. This is what investing in rural health looks like🌾🔬 bit.ly/4ebwELv

Rural communities have about 44% fewer healthcare workers per 10,000 residents than urban areas 📉 The largest gaps are in the most highly trained roles, like physicians, surgeons, and psychologists. Read more on how this may affect health outcomes ⬇️ medicalxpress.com/news/2026-…

Innovation in rural health works best when it’s built with communities, not just for them🏡 Strengthening local care, not just preserving it, is how we keep rural America healthy🌾🩺 brookings.edu/articles/rural…

Rural health at a crossroads 📉🚨 Access to care should not depend on your ZIP code. Rural health transformation initiatives are working to build sustainable systems that keep care accessible and close to home. chartis.com/insights/2026-ru…