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News stories from the past 60 days.

Sep 27, 2024 - Announcement from The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) of additional resources to assist with the ongoing public health emergency related to Hurricane Helene. The public health emergency exists beginning September 23, 2024 in Florida; September 24, 2024 in Georgia; September 25, 2024 in North Carolina; and September 27, 2024 for South Carolina and Tennessee. Offers information and resources for those impacted and responding to the hurricane including CMS waivers, healthcare enrollment, a disaster toolkit, dialysis care, and medical equipment and supplies replacement.
Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services
Sep 11, 2024 - Discusses community infrastructure as a driver of the health gap between urban and rural areas. Highlights a South Carolina organization addressing these issues through community engagement and patient education and support. Notes the challenges for rural communities in accessing funding to address health disparities.
Source: The Daily Yonder

Last Updated: 9/30/2024