https://www.ruralhealthinfo.org/news/topics/ai Rural Health & Human Services News by Topic: AI - Rural Health Information Hub en Copyright 2026 Rural Health Information Hub https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/2026/07/14/2026-14146/request-for-information-training-and-care-delivery-models-for-safe-administration-of-potential The Department of Health and Human Services is seeking comments on training and care delivery models to ensure safe and effective use of psychedelic drugs. Questions for consideration include training regarding patient eligibility, drug administration, and post-administration follow up; access for Federally Qualified Health Centers, Certified Community Behavioral Health Clinics, and Rural Health Clinics; and technologies that allow for expanded access while maintaining patient safety. Comments are due August 13, 2026. https://www.ruralhealthinfo.org/news/38760 Tue, 14 Jul 2026 00:00:00 -0500 https://www.farmprogress.com/farm-life/what-are-the-top-threats-rural-hospitals-face-for-survival- Highlights common rural hospital healthcare delivery challenges as identified by Wisconsin hospital CEOs. Discusses nursing workforce shortages, employee burnout, reimbursement rates, cybersecurity, artificial intelligence, home health, Medicare Advantage, and maintaining inpatient care access. https://www.ruralhealthinfo.org/news/38707 Tue, 30 Jun 2026 00:00:00 -0500 https://www.oklahomafarmreport.com/2026/06/18/closing-the-ai-divide-finding-a-path-forward-for-rural-hospitals/ Describes artificial intelligence (AI) use in rural hospitals, noting that recent research found AI is used less compared to urban hospitals. Highlights the implementation of AI in a rural Oklahoma hospital. https://www.ruralhealthinfo.org/news/38671 Thu, 18 Jun 2026 00:00:00 -0500 https://newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org/discussion/mayo-clinic-advances-ai-enabled-rural-healthcare-delivery-with-arpa-h-paradigm-program-funding/ Describes how the Mayo Clinic is using artificial intelligence (AI) to increase access to phlebotomy and other healthcare services for rural communities. https://www.ruralhealthinfo.org/news/38652 Fri, 12 Jun 2026 00:00:00 -0500 https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/2026/06/05/2026-11415/promoting-advanced-artificial-intelligence-innovation-and-security Executive Order from the Office of the President regarding cybersecurity, the protection of critical infrastructure, and artificial intelligence (AI) innovation. Among other things, this Executive Order directs the Secretary of Homeland Security, in consultation with directors of other appropriate agencies, to issue binding operational directives and other guidance to facilitate access to AI-enabled cybersecurity tools and services for federal agencies; state and local authorities; and operators of critical infrastructure, including rural hospitals, community banks, and local utilities. This order also establishes an AI cybersecurity clearinghouse, in voluntary coordination with the AI industry and critical infrastructure operators, to identify and remediate software vulnerabilities at scale. https://www.ruralhealthinfo.org/news/38620 Fri, 05 Jun 2026 00:00:00 -0500 https://www.networkforphl.org/news-insights/opportunities-and-legal-considerations-for-data-modernization-through-the-rural-health-transformation-program/ Highlights data modernization programs in state Rural Health Transformation Program (RHTP) plans across the country. Discusses legal concerns related to patient privacy and artificial intelligence. https://www.ruralhealthinfo.org/news/38618 Thu, 04 Jun 2026 00:00:00 -0500