The Mississippi Rural Physicians Scholarship Program is addressing the state’s health care crisis by providing incentives for medical students to practice in rural areas.
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Nuns Help Desperately Poor at Mississippi Medical Clinic
Sister Anne Brooks, D.O., has provided care for the desperately poor at the Tutwiler Clinic for the last 30 years.
Read MoreIntegrated Social Services is Key Component in Senior Independence
Community programs in West Virginia and other states are bringing caregivers to the rural elderly, helping them continue to stay in their homes.
Read MoreWidespread Need for Caregivers
Finding an adequate supply of trained caregivers to provide in-home care for seniors continues to be a challenge, especially in rural areas.
Read MoreCommunity Health Workers Playing a Bigger Role in Health Care
The need for community health workers—who typically provide health education and program enrollment—is increasing, as are their duties.
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