Rural Health
News by Topic: Injuries
Feb 6, 2026 - A recent study found that rural EMS call times were at least 20 minutes longer than the national average, and nearly 40% of these calls were for patients with complex injuries, compared with a national average of 26.4%. Rural EMS providers also face challenges in pediatric and mental health care.
Source: EMS World
Jan 16, 2026 - Describes the impact of sleep on safety in farming work and overall health. Discusses the impact of poor sleep and notes that a traditional farming schedule can disrupt sleep patterns. Offers recommendations for good sleep practices and treating common sleep disorders.
Source: Farm Progress: Nebraska Farmer
CDC: Solicitation of Nominations for Appointment to the Board of Scientific Counselors, National Center for Injury Prevention and Control
Federal Register
Dec 18, 2025 - The Centers for Disease and Prevention (CDC) is seeking nominations for membership on the Board of Scientific Counselors, National Center for Injury Prevention and Control (BSC, NCIPC). BSC, NCIPC consists of up to 18 experts in pertinent disciplines involved in injury and violence prevention, including epidemiology, statistics, trauma surgery, rehabilitation medicine, behavioral science, health economics, and more. Nominations are due by February 28, 2026.
Source: Federal Register