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News by Topic: Culture

Nov 3, 2026 - Discusses recruiting and retaining cybersecurity workforce for rural health systems, noting challenges such as competitive pay and increased workload when someone leaves. Describes how those challenges can be addressed through cross-training and promoting rural culture.
Source: HealthTech Magazine
Oct 27, 2026 - Announces a new 3-year partnership between the Agency for Healthcare Research and Quality (AHRQ) and the Indian Health Service (IHS) to improve identification and management of sepsis in IHS emergency care facilities. Notes that many IHS facilities are in rural areas where specialty care is often limited, making early identification important. The partnership will include culturally relevant toolkits and resources as well as evaluation of their effectiveness.
Source: Agency for Healthcare Research and Quality
Sep 30, 2026 - Offers an interview with an Appalachian pharmacy educator discussing access to pharmacies for rural communities. Discusses policy, rural culture, barriers in healthcare access, trust, and rural innovation.
Source: Drug Topics