from the blog:
Julie’s Story
Why I Love Rural Health As a Registered Dental Hygienist living in rural communities for nearly 40 years, I love working in this environment. There
Rural Wellness Center
Building a Healthier Future Since opening its doors in 1955, Howard County Medical Center in St. Paul, NE has had a mission: Provide quality, efficient
Rural Child Care
Overcoming Box Butte’s Child Care Desert Access to child care is a growing concern throughout greater Nebraska. Currently, 36% of rural Nebraskans live in a
Vilma’s Story
“It’s Just Where My Heart Is” Vilma’s Story The rewards of life in greater Nebraska have always been a draw. Whether it’s the slower pace,
Serving it Forward
Grand Island VA leaves no rural veteran behind It’s quite a paradox. American veterans — who have put everything on the line in service to our
Logan’s Story
Stretching the Boundaries of Rural PT Logan Payne wakes up every morning in her home just outside of Axtell, Nebraska, and never dreads going to
Rural Health Clinics
A Lifeline to Everyday Care The importance of Rural Health Clinics like Boone County Health System In the heart of America, where communities are smaller
Ag Partnership
Caring for Nebraska’s Leading Industry How proactive partnerships protect Blair ag workers and producers ”Agriculture is what we do in this region. It’s in our
Rural Maternal Care
The Birth Capital of Nebraska How Pender is resisting the desertification of rural maternity care Delivering babies and caring for new mothers is a practice
Long-Term Care
York General’s Hometown Advantage How one rural health system is beating the odds and serving seniors “I think that communities tend to believe that services
Caty’s Story
Building Relationships in Rural Radiology Caty’s Story Rural health creates a reliance on one another that breeds a close knit community. My name is Caty
Allison’s Story
Uniting Medical and Behavioral Health Care for Rural Beatrice Allison’s Story I am a Licensed Independent Mental Health Practitioner, Licensed Professional Counselor, and a provisionally
Video Series:
FHIR: Gothenburg Health
Data is power. Literally. This is the story of how Gothenburg Health has embraced the FHIR standard, and, in doing so, transformed patient outcomes. See how a data-forward approach has redefined medical care in the rural community of Gothenburg, Nebraska.
FHIR: Syracuse Area Health
Syracuse Area Health in southeast Nebraska is on a mission to fold data integration into their organizational principles. In doing so, they are part of a broader movement to revolutionize health care delivery in rural America. See how strategic use of the FHIR Standard makes a difference for rural communities like Syracuse.
Rural Veteran Care: Grand Island VA
Grand Island VA Medical Center prioritizes rural veterans’ care, breaking barriers and fostering inclusivity. Discover how the providers there are dedicated to improving access and post-combat support, setting a national standard for rural health services.
Reviewing the Facts on Vaccines
When it comes to safeguarding you and your loved ones, you deserve the ultimate shield. And here’s the truth: vaccines are the answer. But you deserve to be confident in what goes in your body — So let’s review the facts.
Rural Health Clinics: Boone County Health
Rural health clinics play a vital role in improving access to care for small communities. As the operator of five of these clinics, Boone County Health connects thousands of rural citizens to the care they need.
Partnership with Ag & Industry: Memorial Community Hospital (Blair)
In partnership with local ag and industrial businesses, Memorial Community Hospital has been able to expand access and services to a working population that may otherwise struggle to receive it.
Maternal & OB Care: Pender Community Hospital
Despite being located nearly 100 miles from Omaha, Pender Community Hospital supports one of the highest birth rates per capita among all Nebraska hospitals.
Rural First Nation Health Care: Winnebago, NE
Through enhanced access and quality of care, and by establishing an inclusive and community-led culture, Winnebago Comprehensive Healthcare System has proven that strong health care is what makes rural Nebraska strong.
Senior & Long-Term Care: York General
York General Hospital has made it a central part of their mission to care for senior patients. We visited two of their long-term care and assisted living facilities to learn about the impact they’ve had on Nebraska’s rural health landscape.
Diversity in Health Care: Grand Island FQHC
Federally Qualified Health Centers are vital to accessible health care in underserved communities. In Grand Island, Heartland FQHC is making a positive impact by reaching thousands in rural Nebraska.
Diversity in Health Care: Lexington Regional
Hear how Lexington Regional Health Center overcomes language barriers and provides equitable services to serve patients of all cultures and backgrounds.
Rural Mental Health: Fillmore County Hospital
Fillmore County Hospital’s robust outpatient mental health department is paramount to the availability and delivery of of services in Geneva, NE and surrounding communities.