Today: Rural Healthcare in Crisis Why Key Services Are Disappearing

13/11/2024 8 min Temporada 4 Episodio 220
Today: Rural Healthcare in Crisis Why Key Services Are Disappearing

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November 13, 2024: As healthcare costs climb, staffing shortages intensify, and patient needs evolve, many hospitals are making the tough choice to close departments or reduce services. Join Kate Gamble and Sarah Richardson as they delve into the consequences of this trend—from the CXO perspective on resource reallocation to the role of telehealth in bridging care gaps. They explore the strain on rural healthcare, the impact on maternity services, and how collaboration and data-driven decisions could offer hope. 01:06 CXO Perspective on Service Closures03:07 Alternative Care Options and Telehealth05:08 Community Collaboration and Future OutlookThis Week Health SubscribeThis Week Health TwitterThis Week Health LinkedinAlex’s Lemonade Stand: Foundation for Childhood Cancer Donate

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