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Resources by Topic: Healthcare needs and services

A Qualitative Study of Rural Primary Care Clinician Views on Remote Monitoring Technologies
Examines conclusions of a cross-sectional qualitative study based on interviews with primary care clinicians belonging to the Oregon Rural Practice-based Research Network (ORPRN) about the challenges of implementing remote monitoring technologies (RMT) as a means of increasing access and providing a more comprehensive level of care for older and/or less mobile patients in rural areas. Also discusses clinicians ability to use RMTs in coordination with the electronic health record (EHR) system.
Author(s): Melinda M. Davis, Jillian M. Currey, Sonya Howk, et al.
Citation: Journal of Rural Health, 30(1), 69-78
Date: 01/2014
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The Relationship Between Perceived Burden of Chronic Conditions and Colorectal Cancer Screening Among Appalachian Residents
Describes the perceived burden of multiple morbidity among primarily rural Appalachian adults aged 50-75 and the likelihood these patients will undertake colorectal cancer screenings (CRCS). Discusses the prioritization of CRCS by patients with chronic disease and their physicians. Briefly compares reports from both urban and rural areas.
Author(s): Yelena N. Tarasenko, Steven T. Fleming, Nancy E. Schoenberg
Citation: Journal of Rural Health, 30(1), 40-49
Date: 01/2014
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A Pilot Project to Improve Access to Telepsychotherapy at Rural Clinics
Describes the challenges and motivators regarding the implementation of a telemental health pilot project in rural outpatient clinics to improve access to mental health services for rural veterans.
Author(s): Geri Adler, Lonique R. Pritchett, Michael R. Kauth, Danielle Nadorff
Citation: Telemedicine Journal and e-Health, 2D(1), 83-85
Date: 01/2014
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Access to Chemotherapy Services by Availability of Local and Visiting Oncologists
Identifies the significant factors associated with choice of provider, cancer treatment, and the travel time affecting access for rural residents in Iowa.
Author(s): Marcia M. Ward, Fred Ullrich, Kevin Matthews, et al.
Citation: Journal of Oncology Practice, 10(1), 26-31
Date: 01/2014
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Gender Differences in Circumstances Surrounding First Injection Experience of Rural Injection Drug Users in the United States
Discusses the gender differences between first time drug injection users in Appalachian Kentucky who primarily use prescription opioids.
Author(s): April M. Young, Nika Larian, Jennifer R. Havens
Citation: Drug and Alcohol Dependence, 134, 401-405
Date: 01/2014
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Trends in Pediatric and Adult Hospital Stays for Asthma, 2000-2010
Provides data on inpatient hospital stays for asthma in community hospitals. Table 1 includes information on 2010 stays for children and adults based on the location of patients' residence, for metropolitan, micropolitan, and nonmetro areas.
Author(s): Marguerite L. Barrett , Lauren M. Wier, Raynard Washington
Date: 01/2014
Sponsoring organization: Agency for Healthcare Research and Quality
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Feasibility and Preliminary Outcomes From a Pilot Study of an Integrated Health-Mental Health Promotion Program in School Mental Health Services
Results of a study of adolescents and their parents who received mental health services in a school-based setting for emotional and behavioral problems. The participants lived in a rural and underserved southern region of the U.S. where low income, high poverty are prevalent and where few mental health services are available.
Author(s): Melissa W. George, Nevelyn N. Trumpeter, Dawn K. Wilson, et al.
Citation: Family & Community Health, 37(1), 19-30
Date: 01/2014
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The Four Pillars for Primary Care Physician Workforce Reform: A Blueprint for Future Activity
Presents a framework to guide efforts to increase the supply of primary care physicians. The framework covers four areas: workforce pipeline, medical education, practice transformation, and payment reform. The first pillar discusses the importance of the medical school admissions committee. Selecting applicants from rural backgrounds and those students with lower income expectations or from lower socioeconomic status is just one predictor of medical students who will eventually pursue a career in primary care.
Citation: Annals of Family Medicine, 12(1), 83-87
Date: 01/2014
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Examination of the Use of Complementary and Alternative Medicine in Central Appalachia, USA
Evaluates the usage of complementary and alternative medicine (CAM) among adults in central Appalachia. Data was collected using a 23-question survey asking about different aspects of CAM, including forms of treatment used, frequency of use, reasons for use, and where CAM therapies were obtained.
Author(s): Duc Nguyen, Paul Gavaza, Leah Hollon, Richard Nicholas
Citation: Rural and Remote Health, 14(1), 2484
Date: 01/2014
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Building Partnerships with Rural Arkansas Faith Communities to Promote Veterans' Mental Health: Lessons Learned
Highlights a study of 3 mental health-clergy partnership programs in rural Arkansas. Breaks down demographic information of program locations and presents a qualitative assessment of each program.
Author(s): Greer Sullivan, Justin Hunt, Tiffany F. Haynes, et al.
Citation: Progress in Community Health Partnerships: Research, Education, and Action, 8(1), 11-19
Date: 2014
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