Rural Health & Human Services News by Topic: Telehealth - Rural Health Information Hub

RUS: Notice of Funding Opportunity for the Distance Learning and Telemedicine Grant Program for Fiscal Year 2026

Thu, 07 May 2026 00:00:00 -0500

The U.S. Department of Agriculture's (USDA) Rural Utilities Service (RUS) is accepting applications for the Distance Learning and Telemedicine (DLT) grant program for fiscal year 2026. DLT grant funds support the use of telecommunications-enabled information, audio and video equipment, and related advanced technologies by students, teachers, medical professionals, and rural residents. Program guidance and application forms are available on USDA's website.

Sanders Announces Applications are Open for $209 Million in Rural Health Transformation Funds

Mon, 04 May 2026 00:00:00 -0500

Arkansas Governor Sarah Huckabee Sanders announced the application process is underway for $209 million in funding through the Rural Health Transformation Program. Initial awards will be centered on the Telehealth, Health‑Monitoring, and Response Innovation for Vital Expansion (THRIVE) initiative, which will modernize rural healthcare delivery through telehealth, emergency medical response systems, and remote patient monitoring technologies.

Convenient, Personal Care With Virtual Pharmacy Appointments

Sun, 26 Apr 2026 00:00:00 -0500

The Veterans Affairs' TelePharmacy program, available in selected areas across the country, gives remote access to veterans who live in areas without a pharmacy specialist. The My HealtheVet app can be used to verify appointment times, refill prescriptions, and send secure messages to patients' VA care teams.

Pilot Program Expands Virtual Cardiology Care in Rural Northwest Arkansas

Mon, 20 Apr 2026 00:00:00 -0500

Describes a pilot program using telehealth that aims to expand access to cardiology care in rural Arkansas.

New Technology, Training Could Close Rural Health Care Gap in Utah

Thu, 09 Apr 2026 00:00:00 -0500

Discusses using technology to increase access to healthcare for rural Utah residents. Highlights healthcare professionals using technology and training for rural practice.

Tailgate Time's Mental Health Resources Meet Farmers Where They Are

Tue, 07 Apr 2026 00:00:00 -0500

Describes a free Arkansas farmer mental health support program utilizing both telehealth and on-the-farm visits, addressing access and stigma associated with receiving mental health support. Highlights how the program was created.

USDA Announces Distance Learning, Telemedicine Grant in Crittenden County

Mon, 30 Mar 2026 00:00:00 -0500

Announces U.S. Department of Agriculture funding for one hub site and 5 end-user sites in rural Kentucky with distance learning and teleconferencing equipment. The equipment will allow for mental health and substance use telehealth services in addition to college and career readiness.

Minutes Matter in Stroke Cases. In Rural Oklahoma, a Telemedicine Program Is Saving Critical Time

Thu, 26 Mar 2026 00:00:00 -0500

Describes a telestroke program in Oklahoma connecting rural patients to specialty care. Discusses the funding that makes the program possible, plans to expand the program using Rural Health Transformation Program funding, and a similar program in Arkansas.

Maternal Health Care in Rural TX Nearing Crisis Levels

Thu, 26 Mar 2026 00:00:00 -0500

Highlights a recently published report to discuss maternal healthcare and resource access challenges in rural Texas. Discusses telehealth and federal programs as potential solutions to those access challenges.