rural healthcare access
Coverage of rural healthcare access 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.
- Bringing Lung Cancer Screening to Rural Minnesota
A research project in rural Minnesota, led by Dr. Abbie Begnaud of the Masonic Cancer Center at the University of Minnesota, aims to increase lung cancer screening rates by engaging rural clinics to identify eligible patients and schedule screenings. The initiative addresses barriers like limited access to imaging centers, higher smoking rates, and stigma around smoking in rural areas, where early detection could significantly improve survival rates.