Dossier
Carrie Henning-Smith
Coverage of Carrie Henning-Smith in the Nexus archive.
- Study: Access to Health Care for Rural Residents with Disabilities Severely Lacking in All Researched Areas
A study by the University of Minnesota Rural Health Research Center found rural residents with disabilities face severe healthcare access challenges compared to urban residents. Higher disability prevalence in rural areas correlates with increased Health Professional Shortage Areas (HPSAs) for primary care, dental, and mental health services.