Rural Health Care preview
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We examine innovative solutions being used to bridge the healthcare access gap in rural communities.
We explore the critical shortage of healthcare providers in rural communities and examine innovative solutions being used to bridge the healthcare access gap. Join us for an in-depth look at how local communities are working to provide quality medical care for all residents, regardless of their zip code.
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Rural Health Care preview
Preview: Season 21 Episode 5 | 30sVideo has Closed Captions
We explore the critical shortage of healthcare providers in rural communities and examine innovative solutions being used to bridge the healthcare access gap. Join us for an in-depth look at how local communities are working to provide quality medical care for all residents, regardless of their zip code.
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How does distance create barriers to essential medical services?
What happens when specialized care is hours away?
Join our expert panel as we explore the real human impact of rural health care gaps and discover the promising technology innovations bringing quality care to remote communities.
Heart disease rising in rural America
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Clip: S21 Ep5 | 4m 45s | A Spokane cardiologist explains why heart disease is a leading cause of death in rural communities. (4m 45s)
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