Coal Country Faces a Healthcare Crisis

Jun 25, 2020 - Discusses how the declining coal industry and COVID-19 pandemic impacts the economic viability of rural hospitals and their local communities, with a focus on Wyoming and Appalachia. Central Appalachian hospitals were able to resume non-emergency procedures, but rural health officials worry new revenue and COVID-19 relief will not be enough to undo years of financial instability.

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FEMA: Wyoming; Major Disaster and Related Determinations Federal Register

May 8, 2020 - The President has declared a major disaster for the state of Wyoming due to the COVID-19 pandemic, effective April 11, 2020. Includes related determinations to provide disaster support to people and businesses within the state.

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