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Resources by Topic: Health conditions

Community and Research Perspectives on Cancer Disparities in Wisconsin
Assesses cancer disparities in Wisconsin and discusses opportunities to address disparities through research and community partnerships. Includes county-level data on female breast and lung cancer mortality rates from 2008-2013 and 2012-2016 as well as cancer incidence rates from 2012-2016.
Author(s): Jessica Olson, Tobi Cawthra, Kirsten Beyer, et al.
Citation: Preventing Chronic Disease, 17
Date: 10/2020
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Characteristics Associated with Adults Remembering to Wash Hands in Multiple Situations Before and During the COVID-19 Pandemic — United States, October 2019 and June 2020
Reports on adults' remembering to wash their hands in six situations: before eating at home; before eating at a restaurant; before preparing food at home; after using the bathroom at home; after using the bathroom in public; and after coughing, sneezing, or blowing their nose. Based on survey data from prior to the COVID-19 pandemic (October 2019) and during the pandemic (June 2020). Includes data for metropolitan and nonmetro areas.
Author(s): Julia C. Haston, Gabrielle F. Miller, David Berendes, et al.
Citation: MMWR (Morbidity and Mortality Weekly Report), 69(40), 1443-1449
Date: 10/2020
Sponsoring organization: Centers for Disease Control and Prevention
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Rural/Urban Differences in Children's Health
Examines differences in child health conditions by rural and urban residency. Explores differences in mental and behavioral health, weight status and physical activity, adverse childhood experiences, and access to healthcare.
Date: 10/2020
Sponsoring organization: Maternal and Child Health Bureau
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The Impact of Coronavirus on Households in Rural America
Reports on the experiences of rural households during the COVID-19 pandemic. Discusses impacts on finances, employment, healthcare, housing, food, and child care. Concerns related to healthcare include access to care during the pandemic, concerns for those with special health issues such as chronic conditions, and use of telehealth.
Date: 10/2020
Sponsoring organizations: Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health, National Public Radio, Robert Wood Johnson Foundation
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Association Between Population Mobility Reductions and New COVID-19 Diagnoses in the United States Along the Urban-Rural Gradient, February-April, 2020
Examines whether changes in population mobility are correlated with the rate of new COVID-19 cases in U.S. counties. Includes county-level maps with rural/urban comparisons.
Author(s): Xiaojiang Li, Abby Rudolph, Jeremy Mennis
Citation: Preventing Chronic Disease, 17
Date: 10/2020
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Influenza and Tdap Vaccination Coverage Among Pregnant Women — United States, April 2020
Examines influenza and tetanus toxoid, reduced diphtheria toxoid, and acellular pertussis vaccine (Tdap) vaccination coverage among women pregnant during the 2019–20 influenza season. Includes data by location of residence for rural and nonrural areas.
Author(s): Hilda Razzaghi, Katherine E. Kahn, Carla L. Black, et al.
Citation: MMWR (Morbidity and Mortality Weekly Report), 69(39), 1391-1397
Date: 10/2020
Sponsoring organization: Centers for Disease Control and Prevention
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Supporting CAHs During the COVID-19 Pandemic: Summary Results of a Survey of State Flex Coordinators
Summarizes key findings from a survey of State Flex Programs regarding the impact of COVID-19 on Critical Access Hospitals (CAHs) between May 26 - July 2, 2020. Describes the type of support and assistance requested by CAHs, promising strategies State Flex Programs used to support CAHs, and how State Flex Programs are planning for CAH needs after the pandemic.
Author(s): John Gale, Zachariah Croll, Yvonne Jonk, Sara Kahn-Troster, Karen Pearson
Date: 10/2020
Sponsoring organization: Flex Monitoring Team
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Impaired Driving Among Rural Female Drug-Involved Offenders
Highlights a study on women convicted of impaired driving in rural areas. Breaks down data by demographic data such as age and education, as well as prior history of mental health and substance use issues.
Author(s): J. Matthew Webster, Martha Tillson, Megan F. Dickson, Michele Staton
Citation: Traffic Injury Prevention, 21(8), 513-520
Date: 09/2020
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Stress and Physical Activity in Rural Cancer Survivors: The Moderating Role of Social Support
Details a study on the relationship between social support, leisure-time physical activity, and psychological distress among rural and urban cancer survivors. Breaks down data by age, sex, and cancer type, among other measures.
Author(s): Scherezade K. Mama, Nishat Bhuiyan, Joshua Smyth, Kathryn H. Schmitz
Citation: Journal of Rural Health, 36(4), 543-548
Date: 09/2020
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Coordination of Services for People With Serious Mental Illness and General Medical Conditions: Perspectives From Rural Northeastern United States
Highlights a study on healthcare providers' perspectives on the coordination of mental and physical healthcare and social services for rural patients with physical and mental conditions. Breaks down survey responses by coordination level and theme.
Author(s): Marianne Storm, Karen L. Fortuna, Emily A. Gill, et al.
Citation: Psychiatric Rehabilitation Journal, 43(3), 234-243
Date: 09/2020
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