Rural Health
Resources by Topic: Social determinants of health
Outcomes from the Medication Assisted Treatment Pilot Program for Adults with Opioid Use Disorders in Rural Colorado
Examines the efficacy of a medication for opioid use disorder (MOUD) pilot program in two rural Colorado counties. Details the structure and setting of the program, patient characteristics and outcomes, and the limitations of the program.
Author(s): Claudia R. Amura, Tanya R. Sorrell, Mary Weber, et al.
Citation: Substance Abuse Treatment, Prevention, and Policy, 17(1)
Date: 01/2022
Type: Document
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Examines the efficacy of a medication for opioid use disorder (MOUD) pilot program in two rural Colorado counties. Details the structure and setting of the program, patient characteristics and outcomes, and the limitations of the program.
Author(s): Claudia R. Amura, Tanya R. Sorrell, Mary Weber, et al.
Citation: Substance Abuse Treatment, Prevention, and Policy, 17(1)
Date: 01/2022
Type: Document
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Arkansas Red County: County Life Expectancy Profile 2022
Report on Arkansas's Red Counties, defined as the Arkansas counties with a life expectancy at birth more than 6 years below the Arkansas county with the highest life expectancy at birth. Offers comparisons of red and non-red counties over time and analysis of health outcomes, behaviors, clinical care indicators, social and economic factors, and physical environment factors for red counties.
Date: 2022
Type: Document
Sponsoring organizations: Arkansas Department of Health, Arkansas Minority Health Commission, Office of Health Disparities Elimination
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Report on Arkansas's Red Counties, defined as the Arkansas counties with a life expectancy at birth more than 6 years below the Arkansas county with the highest life expectancy at birth. Offers comparisons of red and non-red counties over time and analysis of health outcomes, behaviors, clinical care indicators, social and economic factors, and physical environment factors for red counties.
Date: 2022
Type: Document
Sponsoring organizations: Arkansas Department of Health, Arkansas Minority Health Commission, Office of Health Disparities Elimination
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Michigan Center for Rural Health 2022 Annual Report
Provides an overview of the mission, programming, events, and outreach of the Michigan Center for Rural Health. Focuses on issues such as health workforce education, healthcare access, social determinants of health (SDOH), emergency medical services (EMS), hospital programs, and more.
Date: 2022
Type: Document
Sponsoring organization: Michigan Center for Rural Health
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Provides an overview of the mission, programming, events, and outreach of the Michigan Center for Rural Health. Focuses on issues such as health workforce education, healthcare access, social determinants of health (SDOH), emergency medical services (EMS), hospital programs, and more.
Date: 2022
Type: Document
Sponsoring organization: Michigan Center for Rural Health
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2022 Mississippi State Health Improvement Plan
Describes a plan for health improvement in Mississippi for the period 2022-2026, and includes an overview of current public health challenges. Presents objectives associated with reducing health disparities and addressing social determinants of health, including obesity reduction and improved access to preventative care. Identifies affected groups, including people in rural areas.
Date: 2022
Type: Document
Sponsoring organizations: Mississippi State Department of Health, Mississippi State Health Assessment and Improvement Committee (SHAIC)
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Describes a plan for health improvement in Mississippi for the period 2022-2026, and includes an overview of current public health challenges. Presents objectives associated with reducing health disparities and addressing social determinants of health, including obesity reduction and improved access to preventative care. Identifies affected groups, including people in rural areas.
Date: 2022
Type: Document
Sponsoring organizations: Mississippi State Department of Health, Mississippi State Health Assessment and Improvement Committee (SHAIC)
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Healthy Kansans 2030 State Health Assessment Report
Provides an overview of population health in Kansas, with a focus on social determinants of health (SDOH), data on health conditions, mental health, and the public health system. Includes county-level data on childhood poverty, income, food access, housing issues, environmental health risks, life expectancy, smoking behavior, childhood immunizations, insurance, primary care provider and dentist workforce supply, and maternal health issues. Includes information specific to rural areas.
Date: 2022
Type: Document
Sponsoring organization: Kansas Department of Health and Environment
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Provides an overview of population health in Kansas, with a focus on social determinants of health (SDOH), data on health conditions, mental health, and the public health system. Includes county-level data on childhood poverty, income, food access, housing issues, environmental health risks, life expectancy, smoking behavior, childhood immunizations, insurance, primary care provider and dentist workforce supply, and maternal health issues. Includes information specific to rural areas.
Date: 2022
Type: Document
Sponsoring organization: Kansas Department of Health and Environment
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Mississippi Rural Health Plan 2022
Provides an overview of health status and healthcare systems in rural Mississippi, identifies priorities, and describes plans for rural health improvement. Defines rural areas and facilities, and presents an overview of State Office of Rural Health funding and programs. Includes statistics on demographics, health workforce, Critical Access Hospital performance, and population health indicators.
Date: 2022
Type: Document
Sponsoring organizations: Mississippi Office of Rural Health, Mississippi Public Health Institute (MSPHI), Mississippi State Department of Health
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Provides an overview of health status and healthcare systems in rural Mississippi, identifies priorities, and describes plans for rural health improvement. Defines rural areas and facilities, and presents an overview of State Office of Rural Health funding and programs. Includes statistics on demographics, health workforce, Critical Access Hospital performance, and population health indicators.
Date: 2022
Type: Document
Sponsoring organizations: Mississippi Office of Rural Health, Mississippi Public Health Institute (MSPHI), Mississippi State Department of Health
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Indiana State Health Assessment and Improvement Plan: 2022-2026
Provides an overview of the current health and quality of life of Indiana residents, factors that influence health, and strategies and goals for improving health through 2026. Includes information on social determinants of health, county health rankings, demographic and COVID-19 data by preparedness district, and more.
Date: 2022
Type: Document
Sponsoring organization: Indiana Department of Health
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Provides an overview of the current health and quality of life of Indiana residents, factors that influence health, and strategies and goals for improving health through 2026. Includes information on social determinants of health, county health rankings, demographic and COVID-19 data by preparedness district, and more.
Date: 2022
Type: Document
Sponsoring organization: Indiana Department of Health
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Promoting Health Equity in Cancer Care: Proceedings of a Workshop
Presents proceedings from a 2021 workshop on issues related to disparities in cancer incidence, care, and patient outcomes. Discusses structural racism, social determinants of health, and health disparities for specific populations such as minorities and those living in rural areas. Provides strategies for understanding cultural factors related to establishing quality cancer care for all patients.
Additional links: Read Online
Author(s): Board on Health Care Services
Date: 2022
Type: Document
Sponsoring organization: Health and Medicine Division (HMD), National Academies of Sciences, Engineering, and Medicine
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Presents proceedings from a 2021 workshop on issues related to disparities in cancer incidence, care, and patient outcomes. Discusses structural racism, social determinants of health, and health disparities for specific populations such as minorities and those living in rural areas. Provides strategies for understanding cultural factors related to establishing quality cancer care for all patients.
Additional links: Read Online
Author(s): Board on Health Care Services
Date: 2022
Type: Document
Sponsoring organization: Health and Medicine Division (HMD), National Academies of Sciences, Engineering, and Medicine
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Michigan 2022-2024 Social Determinants of Health Strategy
Provides an overview of the Michigan statewide social determinants of health (SDOH) strategy, a multi-year plan that addresses population health equity, housing, and food security. Includes information on the overall mission, strategy, and launch phase.
Date: 2022
Type: Website
Sponsoring organization: Michigan Department of Health and Human Services
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Provides an overview of the Michigan statewide social determinants of health (SDOH) strategy, a multi-year plan that addresses population health equity, housing, and food security. Includes information on the overall mission, strategy, and launch phase.
Date: 2022
Type: Website
Sponsoring organization: Michigan Department of Health and Human Services
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Alaska Native Health Status Report
Provides an overview of Alaskan Native health, with a focus on sociodemographics and social determinants of health (SDOH); mortality; morbidity; maternal, infant, and child health; adolescent health; adult health; preventive care; and environmental health. Includes data and maps on health issues in Alaskan regions. Discusses advocacy, program planning, policy development, and evaluation related to Alaskan Native public health.
Date: 12/2021
Type: Document
Sponsoring organization: Alaska Native Tribal Health Consortium
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Provides an overview of Alaskan Native health, with a focus on sociodemographics and social determinants of health (SDOH); mortality; morbidity; maternal, infant, and child health; adolescent health; adult health; preventive care; and environmental health. Includes data and maps on health issues in Alaskan regions. Discusses advocacy, program planning, policy development, and evaluation related to Alaskan Native public health.
Date: 12/2021
Type: Document
Sponsoring organization: Alaska Native Tribal Health Consortium
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