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RHV 112: Rural Health Leadership

Why is it important to be involved in rural health advocacy?  Dr. Kevin Bennett, Director of Center for Rural & Primary Healthcare at the University of South Carolina joined RHV to discuss his path to the NRHA Presidency.  Join us at the NRHA Annual Conference in New Orleans this May. […]

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RHV 109: The Appalachian Syndemic

What is a Syndemic?  Lee Storrow, Senior Director of External Affairs at the Community Education Group  joined RHV to discuss the confluence of HIV, HCV, and the opioid crisis and what is being done to address it. If you want to be part of the conversation about rural health, join Lee, myself, and others at […]

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RHV 108: Oral Health

What is a Dental Assistant and why is it a great healthcare career?  Dr. Emily Bowen from the Mountain Empire Community College Dental Assistant Program joined me to discuss oral health. Want to talk directly to members of Congress about rural health issues?  Join VRHA in Washington, DC this February for the Rural Health Policy […]

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RHV 107: Food Insecurity

What is different about food insecurity in rural communities?  Donna Dagner of the Community Resource Services joined RHV to discuss the work of the food pantry and plans to grow. If you want to be part of the conversation about rural health, join VRHA at the Rural Health Policy Institute in DC next February. […]

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RHV 106: Doulas

What are doulas and how can they improve maternal health?  Roshay Richardson, Lead Chair, Danville Maternal Health Task Force joined RHV to discuss how communities can better support pregnancies. If you want to be part of the conversation about rural health, join VRHA at the Rural Health Policy Institute in DC next February. […]

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RHV 103: Federal Office of Rural Health Policy

Who in Washington DC is working to support healthcare in rural communities?  Tom Morris from the Federal Office of Rural Health Policy joined RHV to discuss how his staff provide support through information, data, and of course, grant opportunities. Additional resources: TAGGS – Government grant tracking website HRSA data warehouse Rural Health Information Hub VRHA […]

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RHV 102: Hazardous Waste

What do you need to know about hazardous waste in your home or healthcare facility?  Jim O’Leary and Chris Archambeault joined RHV to discuss what the Virginia department of Environmental Quality can do to help make sure your waste is properly stored and disposed. More information: https://www.epa.gov/system/files/documents/2022-10/10_step_blueprint_guide_final_9-22.pdf https://www.epa.gov/sites/default/files/2019-10/documents/10008_managingyourhazwaste_508pdf_october_16_2019.pdf   […]

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RHV 100: Governance vs Politics

Because this is our 100th episode, RHV is celebrating by doing something a little different.  Many of the regulations our rural hospitals and clinics follow were created by Congress, and it takes a literal act of Congress to change those regulations.  Instead of interviewing someone who is an expert of some aspect of rural health, […]

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RHV 97: Student Leadership

How can students get involved in VRHA and why should they do so?  Joshua McCray, UVA Clinical Research Coordinator joined RHV to discuss his experiences as a VRHA Student Board member. Josh and fellow student board member Sean Thursen will be staying on the VRHA Board for a second term. They will be joined by other […]

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RHV 93: Patrick Hospital

Who is Foresight Health and why are they coming to rural Virginia?  Dr. Sameer Suhail joined RHV to discuss his commitment to the people of Patrick County. Media on Foresight in Patrick County: https://www.newsweek.com/rural-americans-dont-have-access-health-care-so-im-building-hospital-appalachia-opinion-1743402 https://martinsvillebulletin.com/news/local/stuart-hospital-to-reopen-in-2023-two-mobile-health-units-coming-to-patrick-co-soon/article_f7eb6554-23e1-11ed-831f-dfbbdae04a0b.html https://theenterprise.net/hospitals-new-owner-to-create-local-advisory-board-emergency-department-to-open-by-years-end/ https://martinsvillebulletin.com/news/local/patrick-county-hospital-struggles-to-reopen/article_1324b22a-9c15-11ed-8c40-7b03e5aab85a.html#tracking-source=home-top-story https://cardinalnews.org/2023/02/15/confusion-swirls-about-when-patrick-countys-hospital-scheduled-to-open-early-2023-will-really-launch/ […]

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RHV 90: The Moral Economy of Suboxone

When does drug diversion mean taking care of your family?  China Scherz & Joshua Burraway of the University of Virginia joined me to discuss the moral economics of suboxone trade in Southwest Virginia. Article link: Keeping it in the family. Did you know? Updated COVID vaccines are here for people 6 months and older to […]

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RHV 88: Nurse Anesthesiology

What is a CRNA?  Johanna Newman DNAP, CRNA of Mary Baldwin University joined RHV to discuss their new Nurse Anesthesiology Program. Information for prospective students here. Mary Baldwin University website: Main page Murphy Deming College of Health Sciences CRNA program  Information for prospective students […]

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RHV 87: Opioid Abatement Authority

What is Virginia doing with the millions of dollars it will receive from the opioid lawsuits?  Tony McDowell, Executive Director of the Virginia Opioid Abatement Authority joined RHV to discuss how those funds will be used. To learn more about the work of the Authority, make sure you check out one of their upcoming listening […]

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RHV 85: Health Sciences

What type of person should consider a career in health sciences?  Dr. Sallie Beth Johnson, Chair of the Department of Public Health and Healthcare Leadership at Radford University Carilion joined me to discuss career options beyond doctor and nurse. Internship contact: phhl@radford.edu Explore student opportunities at the Rural Health Voice conference. […]

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RHV 84: All of Us

Why have some people been left out of medical research?  Dr. Karriem Watson, Chief Engagement Officer of the All of Us Research Program at the National Institutes of Health joined RHV to discuss why a broad spectrum of people are needed to support medical discoveries. If you want to hear more from Dr. Watson, come […]

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RHV 81: Food Insecurity

Why don’t people make better choices when buying and preparing their food?  Dr. Tori Makal, from University of Virginia’s College at Wise and Dr. Wendy Welch from the SWVA Graduate Medical Education Consortium joined me to discuss food insecurity. You might also want to check out two of Dr. Welch’s latest publications: COVID-19 Conspiracy Theories […]

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RHV 80: Veterans Health

We just celebrated Independence Day and Rural America has a proud history of volunteering for military service.  How can we return the favor and take of our Veterans?  Paul Crews, Executive Director of Veteran’s Administration Mid-Atlantic Health Care Network joined RHV to discuss the resources it can offer. […]

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RHV 79: VCU Massey Cancer Center

What health disparities are related to cancer in our rural communities?  Dr. Robert Winn, Director of the VCU Massey Cancer Center and Dr. Maria Thompson, Director of Community Engagement in Research at the Massey Cancer Center joined RHV to discuss how those disparities can be addressed. Pride Month is celebrated in June, but VRHA addresses […]

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76: Black Mental Health

What is Vicarious Racism and what Effect does it have on Mental Health for African Americans?  Kevin Dedner, Founder & CEO of Hurdle joined RHV to discuss mental health disparities and advocate for celebrating the strengths of rural America. Check out the Second Annual Black Mental Health Roundtable, May 11, 2022 […]

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RHV 75: Aging in Place

What are the barriers for addressing dementia in our rural communities?  Katie McDonough of the Alzheimer’s Association of Central and Western Virginia joined me to discuss the needs of our aging population. Alzheimer’s 24/7 Helpline: 800.272.3900 2022 Alzheimer’s Association Facts & Figures If you want to be part of the conversation about rural health, check […]

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RHV 74: The Health Wagon

What are some of the barriers to healthcare faced by people living in Appalachia?   Dr. Teresa Tyson and Dr. Paula Hill-Collins from The Health Wagon joined the Rural Health Voice to talk about how they are literally going around in circles to bridge the gaps. More information on The Health Wagon: Rural Health Information Hub […]

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RHV 73: VRHA Leadership: Part 2

What can we do to emphasize the positive aspects of rural living?  Laura Hunt Trull, current President of the Virginia Rural Health Association joined me to discuss health leadership in our rural communities. For more discussion on rural health issues, save the date for the upcoming Virginia Public Health Association conference.  It will be held […]

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RHV 71: Census Results

What do the results of the 2020 Census mean for rural communities?  Hamilton Lombard, Estimates Program Manger from the Weldon Cooper Center at UVA joined me to discuss how population loss is harmful for our rural communities. For more discussion on rural disparities and how they can be addressed, save the date for the upcoming […]

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RHV 70: Barrier Crimes

How are barrier crimes an obstacle to healthcare access?  Dr. Kevin Doyle, of the Hazelden Betty Ford Graduate School of Addiction Studies joined RHV to discuss how barrier crimes are a good idea with poor implementation. Additional information: Dr. Doyle’s editorial on barrier crimes Virginia Mercury article on barrier crimes List of Virginia barrier crimes […]

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RHV 69: HPV

Who should be vaccinated against HPV and why?  Riguey King from the American Cancer Society joined the Rural Health Voice to discuss the benefits of HPV prevention. Resources: National HPV Roundtable Call: 1-800-227-2345 If you want to be part of the conversation about rural health, join the VRHA leadership at the National Rural Health Association’s Policy […]

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RHV 68: Rural Leadership

Why should rural people get involved in national advocacy?  National Rural Health Association President John Gale joined the Rural Health Voice to discuss his views on the future of rural health. If you want to be part of the conversation about rural health, make sure you check out our social media accounts.  Visit our website […]

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RHV 67: Travel Nurses

What are the benefits and drawbacks of being a Travel Nurse?  Destiny Davidson joined RHV to discuss the path of her nursing career and advocate for incentives to encourage providers to consider rural communities.  If you want to be part of the conversation about rural health, make sure you check out our social media accounts.  […]

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RHV 66: Faith in Vaccines

What’s the role of churches in rural communities when it comes to caring for health?  Pastor Allen Jessee of Highlands Fellowship Church joined the Rural Health Voice to discuss faith and health. If you want to be part of the conversation about rural health, join the Rural Health Voice conference.  It started November 2nd, but […]

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RHV 65 Nursing while Black

Our guest lives and works in rural Virginia, and is a nurse.  However, we are withholding her name due to her concern of retaliation from her employer for sharing her job experience. If you want to be part of the conversation about rural health, make sure you register for the Rural Health Voice annual conference.  […]

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RHV 64: Staunton Pride

Why is it important for rural healthcare providers to consider the specific needs of their LGBTQ patients?  AnhThu Nguyen joined me to discuss the important work of Staunton Pride, the Shenandoah LGBTQ Center and the needs for inclusivity. If you want to be part of the conversation about rural health, join the Virginia Rural Health […]

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RHV 63: Unite Virginia

What’s a great way to make sure people in your community get access to all the services they need?  Laura Thompson, Community Engagement Manager from Unite Virginia joined me to discuss their new service and how you can get involved. Unite Virginia is a coordinated care network of health and social service providers. Partners in […]

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RHV 62: Mental Health

How can we address mental health on a community level?  Sabrina Burress, Executive Director of the ARROW Project joined me to discuss how they are identifying and addressing the needs in Staunton, Augusta, and Waynesboro. If you want to be part of the conversation about rural health, check out our upcoming Pride of Rural Virginia […]

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RHV 61: Transgender Health

How can rural healthcare providers serve everyone in their communities?  Ivy Hill with the Campaign for Southern Equality and Gender Benders joined me to discuss why your zip code shouldn’t restrict your access. Upcoming Pride of Rural Virginia events: Farmville/Prince Edward County: August 21st, 1-3 pm EST Pulaski County: August 28th, 1-3 pm EST Shenandoah County: September 18th, 1-3 […]

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RHV 60: Medical School

What does it take to be a leader when you are a medical student?  Caroline Morgan, 3rd Year Medical student at Eastern Virginia Medical School joined me to discuss her experience. If you are a health professions student in Virginia and are interested in developing your leadership skills and making connections with rural health professionals, […]

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RHV 59: Delegate Sam Rasoul

Why would someone running for Lt. Governor bother to visit far Southwest Virginia?  Delegate Sam Rasoul joined The Rural Health Voice to discuss the importance of serving all Virginians. The Rural Health Voice and the Virginia Rural Health Association are nonpartisan.  If there is a state-level candidate you think we should hear from, have the […]

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RHV 58: Stimulants

How are substance use disorders related to stimulants different or similar from opioids?  Dr. Richard Rawson, Research Professor at Vermont Center for Behavior and Health joined me to discuss stimulants and how we can do a better job with treatment. You can review Dr. Rawson’s slides from his presentation at the recent ACOR Summit. If […]

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RHV 57: Not Alone, Never Was

What can healthcare providers do to assure that LGBTQIA+ people have a safe and welcoming environment?  Artist KT Taylor joined RHV to discuss their research on rural communities. Additional resources:  VRHA’s Pride of Rural Virginia Not Alone, Never Was Rural Queer History Not Alone Daily Yonder interview of KT Taylor Farm Boys – Lives of […]

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RHV 56: Meningitis

With all the talk about the COVID vaccine, have we forgotten about other vaccines?  Dr. Ferdaus Hassan, Medical Science Liaison with Sanofi Pasteur joined the Rural Health Voice to discuss meningitis and the need to get vaccinated.  World Meningitis Day is April 24th. VRHA is one of the co-sponsors of the upcoming Appalachian Communities Opioid Response […]

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RHV 55: Workforce Development

What is the connection between workforce and health?  Marty Holiday, Executive Director of the New River/Mount Rogers Workforce Development Board joined The Rural Health Voice to discuss their new initiative to get people back on a career path. If you want to be part of the conversation about substance use disorders, join the Appalachian Communities […]

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RHV 52: Telehealth

How can technology improve healthcare access?  Donna Dittman Hale, Executive Director of the Bay Rivers Telehealth Alliance joined The Rural Health Voice to discuss plugging into telehealth. Ms. Hale was one of the speakers at the recent Rural Health Voice conference.  To view the video presentation that led to this interview, visit the Rural Health […]

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RHV 51: Racism as a Public Health Crisis

How does racism contribute to poor health outcomes?  Dr. Kevin Harris from Virginia Commonwealth University joined me to discuss health inequities. Dr. Harris was one of the speakers at our recent Rural Health Voice conference.  To view the video presentation that led to this interview, visit VRHA.org, select Rural Health Voice conference under the events […]

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RHV 50: A View from the Hill

How will the recent changes in Congress and the Presidency impact rural healthcare?  Alan Morgan, CEO of the National Rural Health Association joined the Rural Health Voice to discuss his view of Capitol Hill. NRHA is the host of the upcoming Rural Health Policy Institute.  the Rural Health Voice encourages you to join that event. […]

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RHV: 49 The Future of Rural Health in Virginia

What’s going on at the Virginia Department of Health to make improvements in our rural communities?  Dr. Norm Oliver, State Health Commissioner, Virginia Department of Health joined me to discuss the Virginia State Rural Health Plan. To view the video presentation that led to this interview, register for the Rural Health Voice conference.  You can […]

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RHV 46: Food Sovereignty

Why don’t we grow more of our own food?  Amyrose Foll, Founder of the Virginia Free Farm joined the Rural Health Voice to discuss how they are assuring that Virginian’s have access to healthy food. More information: RVA Agriculture Richmond Food Justice  If you want to be part of the conversation about rural health, make […]

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RHV 45: What the Heck is an AHEC?

What the heck is an AHEC?  Aileen Edwards Harris, Executive Director of the Capital Area Health Education Center gives us the answer. If you want to be part of the conversation about rural health, check out the Rural Health Voice Conference. Other resources from this episode: National AHEC Virginia Health Workforce Development Authority National Association […]

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RHV 44: COVID Conspiracies & African American Communities

Are conspiracies about COVID fact or fiction?  Ashley Reynolds Marshall, Executive Director, YWCA of Central Virginia joined me to discuss how mistrust of public health initiatives is sometimes well-earned.  Ashley is a contributing author to the book Covid-19 Conspiracy Theories, due out soon. If you want to be part of the conversation about rural health, join […]

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RHV 43: Maternal Health

How does racial bias impact pregnancy and childbirth for African American women?  Kenda Sutton-El, Co-Executive Director at Birth In Color RVA joined the Rural Health Voice to discuss health inequities in maternal health If you want to hear more about this issue in our rural communities, join the Rural Health Voice Conference.  Speaker Kevin Harris […]

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RHV 42: Virginia COPES

What can you do if dealing with COVID has got you down?  Craig Camidge, Director of the Office of Emergency Management at the Virginia Department of Behavioral Health & Developmental Services  joined me to discuss the crisis counseling that is available free from Virginia COPES. Virginia C.O.P.E.S. has Crisis Counselors  available during the following times […]

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RHV 41: Overdose

What has been the impact of COVID for persons with substance use disorders?  Mike Wade, Coordinator of Community Wellness and Outreach at New River Valley Community Services joined the Rural Health Voice to discuss the spike in overdoses and what can be done going forward. If you need information on how to receive Narcan in […]

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RHV 40: Senator Tim Kaine

In recent years, the Virginia Rural Health Association has become increasingly concerned of the health inequities that are the reality for minority populations in rural Virginia.  African American women in Virginia are three times more likely to die after giving birth than white women. To address these disparities, we are proud to support the “Mothers […]

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RHV 39: Oral Health

What are some of the needs for dental health in rural areas?  Sarah Raskin,PhD, MPH, Assistant Professor at the L. Douglas Wilder School of Government and Public Affairs, VCU and member of the iCubed Initiative, Oral Health Core joined the Rural Health Voice to discuss dental sealants and other oral health needs.  You can also […]

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RHV 38: Connecting to Patients

What considerations do urban providers have to make when rural patients travel to see them?  Veronica Bernacchi, BSN, RN, PCCN joined The Rural Health Voice to discuss what she has learned about providing healthcare as a PhD student in nursing at the University of Virginia. Ms. Vernacci was the winner of VRHA’s 2019 scholarship conference.  […]

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RHV 37: Flying PPE

How do medical supplies get to remote rural communities during a pandemic?  They fly!  Jess Ames, Outreach and Events Director, for Angel Flight East joined me to discuss a unique delivery method. Angel Flight East (AFE) Transporting PPE to Areas in Need Angel Flight East has recently partnered with several groups to provide face shields […]

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RHV 36: Opioid Mapping

What data can be used to address the opioid crisis?  Michael Meit, Senior Fellow, co-director for N-O-R-C Wash Center for Rural Health Analysis joined me to discuss the Appalachian Overdose Mapping Tool and its follow up, the  National Opioid Misuse Community Assessment Tool That’s Michael Meit advocating for community based solutions to Substance Use Disorders.  […]

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RHV 35: COVID & Behavioral Health

What happens to group therapy sessions in a time of social distancing?  Patricia Helton, Substance Abuse Counselor from Mount Rogers Community Services joined RHV to discuss how people are addressing behavioral health issues in this environment. Resources: Virginia Health Care Foundation’s Behavioral Health Hub Directory of Virginia’s Community Services Boards National Alliance on Mental Illness […]

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RHV 34: Mask Maker, Make Me a Mask!

With everyone concerned about spreading COVID, when should you wear a mask?  Wendy Welch, Executive Director of the Southwest Virginia Graduate Medical Education Consortium discusses PPE – Personal Protective Equipment. Mask making instructions: 100 Million Mask Challenge How to extend the life of a N95: Directions If you have items to donate, contact: kcollins@vrha.org More […]

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RHV 33: COVID-19

How do you separate COVID facts from COVID fiction?  Andrew Luskin, Epidemiologist for the Virginia Rural Health Association joined the Rural Health Voice to share information that will help you make good decisions. VRHA has a wide variety of resources for COVID-19 on our website.  Just go to vrha.org and click the buttons on the […]

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RHV #32: Autism Services, To Go!

What’s 29 feet long and brings autism services to rural Virginia?  Angela Scarpa, Director of the Virginia Tech Autism Clinic & Center for Autism Research, and Jennifer Bertollo, a doctoral student clinician joined me to discuss the Mobile Autism Clinic. RHV No 32 – Autism Services, To Go! Aired 3-20-2020 (PDF)   […]

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RHV 31: Addressing Stigma

What does a football reporter know about drug overdoses?  Giles County, Virginia native Lauren Sisler from ESPN joined me to talk about her journey from denial to acceptance to advocacy.   Ms. Sisler will be the keynote speaker at the Appalachian Communities Opioid Response Summit, May 12 in Huntington, WV. […]

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RHV 30: Information Access

Who receives higher quality healthcare information – rural or urban?  Megan Leimkuhler , UVA pre-medicine student and winner of the 2019 Rural Health Voice poster contest, joined RHV host Beth O’Connor to discuss how people access information about their health. View Ms. Leimkuhler’s winning entry. If you want to be part of the conversation about […]

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RHV 29: Broadband Expansion

What is happening in Richmond to make sure Virginia’s rural communities have access to broadband?  Evan Feinman, the Governor’s Chief Broadband Advisor joined me to talk about what is being done and how you can help. If you want to promote broadband expansion in Virginia’s rural communities, here are actions you can take: Join the […]

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RHV 28: Rural Physicians

What are the ups and downs of being a physician in a rural community?  Dr. Sandra Balmoria of the Eastern Shore Rural Health System joined me to discuss why she returned to the Eastern Shore after living and working in Northern Virginia.  She was the winner of the Virginia Rural Health Association Charles Crowder, Jr. […]

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RHV 27: Mobile Integrated Health

What are rural ambulance services doing to reduce unnecessary visits to the emergency room?  Tim Perkins, CHaTR Division Manager, Virginia Office of Emergency Medical Services reviews how Community Paramedicine/Mobile Integrated Healthcare can improve access. The Rural Health Voice will be taking a break to host our annual conference and enjoy the holidays; we will be […]

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RHV 26: Chronic Care Management

How can Community Health Workers be used to improve Chronic Care Management?  Kenya Elliott, Community Care Coordinator, at Piedmont Access to Health Services and Amanda Young, Program Manager from the Institute for Advanced Learning and Research discuss how their program is helping people in their community maximize their health outcomes If you want to be […]

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RHV 25: Better Health through Better Education

Can improved high school graduation rates lead to better health in a community?  Shani Gaylord and Jasmine Smith from the Virginia Department of Health’s Youth Health Equity Leadership Institute joined the Rural Health Voice to talk about how YHELI is improving health through helping students.  Shani and Jasmine will be session leaders at the Rural […]

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RHV 24: Community Health

Can community organizations have a role in addressing health issues for a community?  Ashley Reynolds Marshall joined me to discuss how the YWCA of Central Virginia is doing exactly that. If you want to be part of the conversation, join Ashley and the other session leaders at the Rural Health Voice conference in November. […]

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RHV 23: What does “rural” mean?

What comes to your mind when some one says “rural?”  What does “rural” mean to you?  Dr. Laura Hunt Trull, Social Worker and Assistant Professor at James Madison University shared her thoughts on the way we talk about rural and how we can change the narrative. You can hear more from Dr. Trull at the […]

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RHV 22: Cradle to Career

What do communities need to attract employers? And what does that have to do with health?  Travis Staton, President and Chief Executive Officer of United Way of Southwest Virginia discusses their method of improving health in the region through a Cradle to Career approach. If you want to hear more from Travis and be part […]

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RHV 21: Workforce

What help is available for someone who wants to be a healthcare provider in rural Virginia?  Olivette Burroughs, Health workforce specialist with the Virginia Department of Health, Office of Health Equity joined me to provide information on the variety of programs available. Olivette will be leading one of the nine interactive discussions on rural health […]

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RHV 20: National Policy

Do lawmakers in DC want to hear from people at the local level?  Brock Slabach, Vice President of Member Services at the National Rural Health Association joined me to talk about effective ways to communicate with your member of Congress, get involved, break down silos, and work together to improve rural health. Brock will be the […]

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RHV 19: Rural Residency

What happens after someone finishes medical school?  Dr. Maurice Nida, Designated Institutional Officer at Lonesome Pine Hospital Family Practice joined me to discuss how training in rural communities means learning to do more for your patients. If your hospital or clinic wants to recruit a physician that has been trained in Southwest Virginia, join Dr. […]

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RHV: 18 US Census

What can you do to make sure tax dollars and other resources are allocated to your community?  Join my conversation with Dr. Carah Ong Whaley, Associate Director at the James Madison University Center for Civic Engagement.  Undercounted is underfunded, under represented, and under resourced.  The 2020 Census is your opportunity to make sure everyone counts! […]

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RHV 17: Peer Recovery Services

What’s the opposite of addiction? Jason Prichard, Community and Coalition Engagement Specialist for Ballad Health discussed how people recovering from addiction can be successful.  Read his full recovery testimony.  Certification to be a Peer Recovery Specialist is available through the Virginia Certification Board. If you are a healthcare provider who wants to earn CMEs related […]

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RHV 16: Mental Health

May is Mental Health Month. Does your community have a plan to support people with mental illness and substance abuse disorders? Kevin Martone, Executive Director, of the Technical Assistance Collaborative joined RHV to discuss how behavioral health can be addressed at the community level. Mr. Martone mentioned the need for telehealth to support behavioral health […]

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RHV 15: Broadband

How fast is your broadband? Arthur Scott, Associate Legislative Director and Political Outreach Manager for the National Association of Counties and native of Scott County, Virginia talked to me about the TestIT app NACo has to map broadband speed in rural America. If you want to be part of the conversation about rural health, and […]

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RHV 14: Veterans Health

Virginia has 725,000 Veterans across the state, many of which live in our rural communities. Who speaks for them? RHV talked with Carlos Hopkins, Virginia Secretary of Veterans and Defense Affairs. Contact the Virginia Department of Veterans Services if you want to help a Veteran in your community. If you want to be part of […]

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RHV 13: Poison Control

If someone swallows something that you think might be dangerous, do you call 911 or Poison Control? Kristin Wenger, Education Coordinator from the Blue Ridge Poison Center joined the Rural Health Voice to help you determine which is best. No matter where in the US you are, 1-800-222-1222 is the number to call. National Poison […]

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