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News by Topic: Populations

Jun 17, 2026 - Highlights recently released funding from the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services mental health and substance use related programs, including multiple rural and tribal community focused opportunities.
Source: U.S. Department of Health and Human Services
Jun 17, 2026 - Discusses the shortage in affordable long term care services coupled with an aging population both nationally and in Wyoming. Discusses the challenges facing family caregivers and highlights a Wyoming nonprofit that offers nonmedical assistance to older adults aging at home.
Source: WyoFile
Jun 16, 2026 - The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) is seeking comments on three new objectives proposed to be added to Healthy People 2030. Objectives cover access to mental healthcare, childhood development, and referrals to non-clinical activities. HHS also seeks comments on proposals to refine or expand two existing objectives related to screen time throughout childhood and adolescence. Comments are due by July 16, 2026.
Source: Federal Register
Jun 15, 2026 - Describes a new website highlighting the services offered by the University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences related to rural healthcare, education, and social safety net programs. Discusses how those programs increase access to healthcare, improve maternal and infant health, support the healthcare workforce, and make use of community health workers.
Source: UAMS News
Jun 15, 2026 - Highlights health disparities for rural men and highlights work in Illinois to increase awareness. Notes how rural culture contributes to those disparities in addition to general healthcare access challenges.
Source: Public News Service
Jun 12, 2026 - Announces that the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) have activated a level 3 emergency response for the recently detected New World Screwworm infections in Texas and New Mexico. Notes that humans working with livestock are at risk, though the current risk to the public remains low. Offers guidance to healthcare providers who suspect a potential human infestation.
Source: CDC Newsroom
Jun 11, 2026 - Notice of final rule from the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) rescinding its regulations that govern the Rural Veterans Coordination Pilot (RVCP) grant program. The statutory authority for the RVCP grant program has expired. This rule is effective July 13, 2026.
Source: Federal Register
Jun 10, 2026 - Notice from the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) announcing suspensions, waivers, and flexibilities from HUD requirements for its Indian Housing Block Grant (IHBG), Indian Community Development Block Grant (ICDBG), and Native Hawaiian Housing Block Grant (NHHBG) grantees located in areas covered by Presidentially Declared Disasters (PDDs) during calendar year 2026 or grantees carrying out authorized eligible activities to assist impacted families located in areas covered by certain PDDs. These waivers and flexibilities are effective as of January 1, 2026.
Source: Federal Register
Jun 8, 2026 - Describes a recent study finding that a U.S. Veterans Administration (VA) telenephrology program improved mortality rates and increased guideline-directed medication prescriptions for veterans at rural VA clinics receiving treatment for chronic kidney disease. The program uses a hub-and-spoke system to connect rural veterans with specialized care. Notes additional research finding veterans are satisfied with telenephrology care.
Source: Military.com
Jun 8, 2026 - Discusses the findings of a recent study highlighting barriers to healthcare access for rural people with disabilities. Includes an interview with the study author discussing the rural impact of a correlation between disability and Health Professional Shortage Areas.
Source: Daily Yonder