Paramedics Are Helping Patients Manage Illnesses, Connect with Services and Avoid Calling 911. But These Programs Can Be Tough to Sustain in Rural Areas.

Cardinal News

Sep 16, 2026

Highlights a Virginia community paramedicine program and describes the challenges faced in offering the service, most notably funding and workforce. Discusses how community paramedicine can relieve strain on community emergency services which are often volunteer-run in rural communities.

Community engagement and volunteerism · Community paramedicine · Emergency medical services · Emergency medical technicians and paramedics · Funding · Virginia