Don’t miss NRHA Chief Policy Officer Carrie Cochran-McClain on @pbsnews.org discussing the Rural Health Transformation Fund and how states hope to use the money. www.pbs.org/newshour/sho... #ruralhealth

This week in NRHA Today: How states can protect Black maternal health; HHS recalls staff to process RHTP funds; new NRHA policy papers released; rural health job fair starts Nov. 13; and much more: nrha_weblink_test.informz.net/informzdatas... #ruralhealth

PracticeLink and 3RNET are hosting a rural and underserved virtual career fair at 5 p.m. CDT Nov. 13. This free event connects health care pros with employers dedicated to making a difference in rural and underserved communities. Learn more: app.brazenconnect.com/events/ANWxm... #ruralhealth

Early discounted registration is now open for NRHA’s 37th Rural Health Policy Institute Feb. 10-12 in D.C. This is your chance to join NRHA and hundreds of #ruralhealth advocates from across the nation to bring our energy to the Capitol. Learn more: nrha_weblink_test.informz.net/informzdatas...

American Academy of Pediatrics in collaboration with ECHO Autism Communities is recruiting pediatric primary care clinicians to be a part of a 10-month ECHO Autism: Pediatric Care learning collaborative launching in December. Learn more: app.smartsheet.com/b/form/01993... #ruralhealth

This week in NRHA Today: RHTP caps could limit opportunities; rural providers brace for pharma tariffs; speak up for rural on Capitol Hill; how rural innovation leads the way; safety net providers fight for 340B; and much more: nrha_weblink_test.informz.net/informzdatas... #ruralhealth

New (and very timely) @ruralhealth.bsky.social policy paper, "Nourishing rural America: Policy pathways for food and nutrition security": www.ruralhealth.us/nationalrura...

NRHA is accepting presentation proposals and research posters through Dec. 4 for our 31st Rural Health Access Conference, one of the only meetings in the nation to focus on health equity issues in rural America. Learn more: nrha_weblink_test.informz.net/informzdatas... #ruralhealth

Discounted registration is now open for NRHA’s 37th #RuralHealth Policy Institute Feb. 10-12 in D.C. "It’s crucial that you tell your story to Congress in this challenging health care environment,” says NRHA Chief Policy Officer Carrie Cochran-McClain. www.ruralhealth.us/events/sched...

In addition to RIFs at CDC, HRSA's Division of Public Health and Nursing and Bureau of Health Workforce were also hit. See @ruralhealth.bsky.social's letter to RFK Jr. www.ruralhealth.us/NationalRura...

This week in NRHA Today: CMS head on new regulations; register early to save, advocate in DC; scarce rural docs battle misinformation; submit rural health access presentations; rideshare apps as health transport; and much more: nrha_weblink_test.informz.net/informzdatas... #ruralhealth

“The only solution really to combat that with is good science, good data, and make sure that local clinicians are at the forefront,” says NRHA CEO @amorganrural.bsky.social. Read more: www.npr.org/sections/sho... #ruralhealth

The National Pediatric Readiness Project is launching a nationwide assessment offering ED clinicians a vital opportunity to evaluate and enhance their department’s pediatric capabilities. Learn more: emscimprovement.center/domains/pedi... #ruralhealth

Discounted early registration is now open for NRHA’s 37th Rural Health Policy Institute Feb. 10-12 in Washington, D.C. Join NRHA and hundreds of rural health advocates from across the nation and bring your community’s message to the Capitol. www.ruralhealth.us/events/sched... #ruralhealth

Sam the rural health advoCATe knows there must be lots of good research out there! And being in rooms where everyone knows what a CAH is, or an RHC... can't beat it. #PowerOfRuralCats

NRHA COO Brock Slabach offers ideas for RHTP funds, including paying for capital improvements such as EHRs, loan repayment programs to aid workforce development, and creating "SWAT" teams that rescue rural hospitals on the brink of closure: www.cbsnews.com/news/states-... #ruralhealth

Sam the rural health advoCATe realized that he forgot an important task yesterday: reminding everyone about National Rural Health Day! This is the BIG Thursday in November that folks don't want to miss, especially now. #PowerOfRuralCats @ruralhealth.bsky.social powerofrural.org

This week in NRHA Today: First responders on deadly cost of closures; register for NRHA's advocacy event; why RHTP funds will fall short; age-friendly care, OR/ER webinars today; present in San Diego next spring; and much more: nrha_weblink_test.informz.net/informzdatas... #ruralhealth

A couple of @ruralhealth.bsky.social policy briefs were approved recently. These focus on the impact of tariffs on rural health infrastructure and the enhanced premium tax credits for marketplace insurance. www.ruralhealth.us/NationalRura... www.ruralhealth.us/NationalRura...

States are vying for a share of $50B in federal rural health funding. But "if what we end up with is we have a wearable for every rural patient, I don't think that's transformational," says @ruralhealth.bsky.social 's Brock Slabach. www.cbsnews.com/news/states-...

NRHA is now accepting submissions to present concurrent sessions and research posters for the association's 2026 Rural Health Access Conference May 18-19 in San Diego, Calif. Learn more: fs16.formsite.com/MEAGHAN/form... #ruralhealth

NRHA’s Piper Martin recently appeared on the Rural Health Voice podcast to discuss NRHA’s National Rural Oral Health Initiative and best practices for oral health in rural communities. Check it out: vrha.org/2025/10/10/r... #ruralhealth @varuralhealth.bsky.social

This week in NRHA Today: Apply by tomorrow for technical assistance; hospitals have laid off thousands; states angle for part of $50B; burnout makes worker shortage worse; and much more: nrha_weblink_test.informz.net/informzdatas... #ruralhealth

States are scrambling for their share of the Rural Health Transformation Program. “Rural communities and especially hospitals need resources that will strengthen sustainable access to care in the long term,” says NRHA’s Alexa McKinley Abel. pro.stateaffairs.com/tn/health-ca... #ruralhealth

A new Weitzman ECHO training on substance use disorder and mental health is starting in November. Topics will include evidence-based practices and treatment approaches for managing nutrition and chronic diseases. Learn more and register: education.weitzmaninstitute.org/content/weit... #ruralhealth

This week in NRHA Today: How the government shutdown hinges on health care; urge Congress to fund rural health; rural hospitals scrap OB after mergers; rural facility survival strategies; and much more: nrha_weblink_test.informz.net/informzdatas... #ruralhealth

✨ An honor to serve on the planning committee for this upcoming #NASEM workshop: Diagnostic Excellence in Rural Areas! 📅 October 14 | Washington, D.C. (Hybrid available!) Register here: ow.ly/tFIB50WIQqP @health.nationalacademies.org @ruralhealth.bsky.social

Apply by Oct. 10 for one year of technical assistance through the Rural Healthcare Provider Transition Project, designed to strengthen your organization’s foundation in the key elements of value-based care. Learn more: myemail.constantcontact.com/Apply-Now--R... #ruralhealth

The latest issue of NRHA’s Journal of Rural Health is now available online! Check it out: onlinelibrary.wiley.com/toc/17480361... #ruralhealth

We're happy that more than 670 clinic and CAH stakeholders could join us for NRHA's Rural Health Clinic and Critical Access Hospital Conferences last week in Kansas City! We look forward to seeing you again at our Rural Health Policy Institute in D.C. next February. #ruralhealth

NRHA’s Brock Slabach and Carrie Cochran-McClain spoke with CMS Office of Rural Health Transformation Deputy Director Kate Sapra about the Rural Health Transformation Program. “The focus is very much making sure rural Americans have access to high-quality care.” #nrhakc25 #ruralhealth

“If you’re a hospital board member or member of the c-suite, you need to have an accurate idea of your hospital’s risk profile and how it’s changing. Timely intervention to execute a performance improvement plan is critical,” says Jeff Sommer of Stroudwater Associates. #nrhakc25

As part of a joint initiative between GIH and @ruralhealth.bsky.social, the Georgia Health Policy Center conducted a landscape analysis on key actors in achieving optimal health for people in rural America. Join this webinar on Oct 15 @ 2 pm ET to discuss key findings and how to move forward:

NRHA Center for #RuralHealth Leadership staff discussed the impact of their certification programs for rural hospital leaders. “We can do difficult things alone or we can do difficult things together. This connects people in similar situations across the country.” #nrhakc25

NRHA’s Carrie Cochran-McClain and Alexa McKinley Abel broke down the #ruralhealth impacts of H.R. 1, reminding members that advocacy is essential. “This is not business as usual in Washington. This is going to hurt everybody. We are advocating to reverse some of these changes.” #nrhakc25

In a powerful keynote, father and daughter Todd Linden and Coco Janzen shared Coco’s journey back to health after severe depression. They offered strategies to help others fight burnout — and a heartfelt thanks to #ruralhealth providers: “What you do matters, and it saves lives.” #nrhakc25

Tammy Norville of NOSORH reminded everyone to celebrate the #powerofrural — and eat some cake — on National Rural Health Day this fall. “It is my sincere hope you find a reason for cake every day — especially Thursday, Nov. 20.” 🎂 #ruralhealth #nrhakc25

NRHA RHC Conference attendees heard actionable steps to help clinics prevent survey failures from the Compliance Team’s Kate Hill, who NRHA CEO Alan Morgan introduced as a “national treasure of rural health care.” 🌟 #ruralhealth #nrhakc25

Jacinda Bunch of Simulation in Motion - Iowa discussed recent grant funding to expand clinical trainings in the state’s rural counties. This includes extra OB trainings in counties that lack these services. Learn more: sim-ia.uiowa.edu #ruralhealth #nrhakc25

One doctor per day dies by suicide. ER physician Pamela Buchanan shared how she came back from pandemic-era burnout — and how to help others. “Burnout is the slow erosion of your purpose, passion, and power — until even the work you once loved feels impossible.” #nrhakc25 #ruralhealth

It’s a full house at NRHA’s RHC Conference to hear Julie Quinn of Health Services Associates discuss the latest on Medicare cost reporting, rate calculations, and strategic financial practices. #nrhakc25 #ruralhealth

“As these new systems are designed it’s important to advocate for your patients. Ultimately your facilities have the best chance of being viable and sustainable if your patients remain insured and covered,” said Sarah Hohman of NARHC in her RHC Conference keynote. #nrhakc25

We can’t wait to welcome everyone to our hometown for our Rural Health Clinic and Critical Access Hospital Conferences this week! See you soon in Kansas City. #ruralhealth #gorural

NRHA has partnered with American Academy of Pediatrics to raise awareness within rural communities regarding certain birth defects. Learn more here: www.ruralhealth.us/blogs/2025/0.... Check out resources for prevention and management of congenital cytomegalovirus: www.aap.org/ccmv #ruralhealth

States have a short window to turn around comprehensive applications for the first tranche of $50 billion available through the Rural Health Transformation Fund — and NRHA has launched resources to help. Read about this & more in NRHA Today: nrha_weblink_test.informz.net/informzdatas... #ruralhealth

More than half of America's rural hospitals no longer deliver babies, forcing parents to travel upwards of an hour to access essential health care. But instead of funding health care for rural Americans, Medicaid cuts will deepen this divide: www.youtube.com/watch?v=HZq9... #ruralhealth

NRHA welcomes the release of the Rural Health Transformation Program notice of funding. This unprecedented federal investment in #ruralhealth directs $50B toward prevention, access, workforce, technology, and care innovation, mirroring NRHA’s priorities: www.ruralhealth.us/blogs/2025/0...

NRHA has partnered with American Academy of Pediatrics to raise awareness within rural communities regarding certain birth defects. Learn more here: www.ruralhealth.us/blogs/2025/0.... Check out resources for prevention and management of congenital syphilis: www.aap.org/congenitalsy... #ruralhealth

This week in NRHA Today: Today is your last chance to apply to be an NRHA Rural Health Fellow. Also check out new Rural Health Transformation Fund analysis, NRHA member research, and much more: nrha_weblink_test.informz.net/informzdatas... #ruralhealth

2 days left: NRHA is accepting applications through Sept. 11 for our 2026 Rural Health Fellows Leadership Program. This yearlong training is designed to develop a diverse, interprofessional network of #ruralhealth leaders. Learn more and apply now: nrha_weblink_test.informz.net/informzdatas...