Half of Rural Residents at High Risk of Serious Illness Due to COVID-19, Creating Stress on Rural Hospitals

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Highlights a study on the risk of hospitalization due to a serious illness caused by COVID-19 in rural communities. Compares rural areas with metro and micropolitan areas. Makes policy recommendations regarding supply chain and financial assistance policies.

Brystana G. Kaufman, Rebecca Whitaker, George Pink, G. Mark Holmes

Journal of Rural Health, 36(4), 584-590

10/2020

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Access · COVID-19 · Emergency department and urgent care services · Health disparities · Public health · Rural-urban differences · Statistics and data