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News by Topic: Access

Dec 7, 2023 - Describes how the COVID-19 pandemic accelerated the adoption of telehealth. Discusses the impact on rural healthcare delivery in Georgia, particularly with remote patient monitoring, as well as the challenges that still remain.
Source: Government Technology, The Atlanta Journal-Constitution
Dec 5, 2023 - Notice from the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) seeking comment on a new computer matching program between the Federal Communications Commission, the Universal Service Administrative Company, and Kentucky Cabinet for Health and Family Services, Department for Community Based Services, to verify the eligibility of applicants and subscribers to Lifeline and the Affordable Connectivity Program (ACP). These programs are designed to facilitate and support access to affordable broadband services for low-income consumers and families. Comments are due by January 4, 2024.
Source: Federal Register
Dec 5, 2023 - Notice from the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) seeking comment on a new computer matching program between the Federal Communications Commission, the Universal Service Administrative Company, and the Minnesota Department of Human Services to verify the eligibility of applicants and subscribers to Lifeline and the Affordable Connectivity Program (ACP). These programs are designed to facilitate and support access to affordable broadband services for low-income consumers and families. Comments are due by January 4, 2024.
Source: Federal Register
Dec 5, 2023 - Notice from the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) seeking comment on a new computer matching program between the Federal Communications Commission, the Universal Service Administrative Company, and the New Mexico Human Services Department to verify the eligibility of applicants and subscribers to Lifeline and the Affordable Connectivity Program (ACP). These programs are designed to facilitate and support access to affordable broadband services for low-income consumers and families. Comments are due by January 4, 2024.
Source: Federal Register
Dec 3, 2023 - Highlights a new program to expand mental health services in rural Iowa schools through telehealth.
Source: KMAland
Dec 1, 2023 - Highlights a program to expand access to HIV preventative medicine for rural Oregonians through telehealth. New funding will allow the program to evaluate its effectiveness.
Source: OHSU News
Nov 30, 2023 - The Sexual Assault Forensic Examination Telehealth (SAFE-T) System, a trauma-informed care model, has been recognized for its role in increasing access to evidence-based sexual assault care in rural communities.
Source: Pennsylvania State University
Nov 30, 2023 - The University of Tennessee Medical Center is expanding access to palliative and hospice care for rural residents. Notes that this expansion of care can alleviate transportation issues common in rural areas.
Nov 29, 2023 - A Louisiana hospital has received funding to address opioid misuse. Discusses medication assisted treatment, access to naloxone, access to services in rural areas, and prevention efforts for youth.
Source: The Current
Nov 29, 2023 - Describes the use of both mobile and virtual care for rural residents in South Carolina as well as the challenges that come with this these models of service. Discusses remote patient monitoring, technology challenges, and sustainability of services.
Source: Xtelligent Healthcare Media