Savannah’s story is such a strong example of why speaking up in health care matters. Proud to see her work uplifted. ⬇️ vitalrecord.tamu.edu/the-power-of-s…

Rural hospitals play a key role in preventing antimicrobial resistance. During World AMR Awareness Week, we’re reminded that stewardship + access protects entire communities. Learn more: who.int/campaigns/worl… #RuralHealth #AMR

🌾 Today is #NationalRuralHealthDay! We celebrate the providers, community leaders, and innovators improving access and advancing #HealthEquity across rural America. Thank you for the miles you drive and the care you deliver. 💚 #RuralHealth #PowerOfRural

COPD rates remain higher in rural communities, where access to pulmonology and early diagnosis is limited. Awareness + prevention efforts can save lives. More from CDC: cdc.gov/copd #COPD #RuralHealth #PublicHealth

Holiday food insecurity hits rural areas hardest due to fewer grocery options and longer travel distances. Strengthening SNAP, food banks, and local partnerships can make a real impact. USDA resource: usda.gov/foodandnutriti… #RuralHealth #FoodSecurity

Flu + RSV season is here, and rural hospitals continue to shoulder high demand with limited beds and staff. Prevention, vaccination, and early care matter more than ever. CDC guidance: cdc.gov/respiratory-vi… #RuralHealth #FluSeason

Knowing your family health history is one of the strongest predictors of chronic disease. Rural communities benefit when families talk openly about risk. Learn more: cdc.gov/family-history #RuralHealth #PublicHealth

Flu season is ramping up nationwide, but rural communities often face longer travel times and fewer providers. Timely vaccination access matters more than ever. cdc.gov/flu/season/ind… #RuralHealth #FluSeason

Rural communities face higher travel times for basic care, especially during winter weather. Access isn’t just availability, it’s distance, timing, and trust. kff.org/rural-health-p… #RuralHealth

Broadband access is healthcare access. Telehealth continues to play a critical role in rural communities where provider shortages persist. ruralhealthinfo.org/topics/telehea… #DigitalHealth #RuralCare

Rural hospitals operate with fewer resources and thinner margins, yet serve as economic and healthcare anchors for their communities. aha.org/fact-sheets/20… #RuralHospitals

Behavioral health access remains a major challenge in rural America, where provider shortages and stigma intersect. kff.org/mental-health/… #MentalHealth #RuralHealth

Primary care is the backbone of rural health systems. Strong ambulatory access supports prevention, chronic care, and community stability. cdc.gov/ruralhealth/pr… #PrimaryCare #RuralHealth

Winter weather adds another layer of risk for rural patients traveling long distances for care. Planning for seasonal barriers matters. cdc.gov/disasters/wint… #EmergencyPreparedness

Healthcare workforce shortages hit rural communities hardest, especially in primary care and behavioral health. Retention matters as much as recruitment. ruralhealthinfo.org/topics/workfor… #HealthcareWorkforce

January is Cervical Cancer Awareness Month. Cervical cancer is one of the most preventable cancers, yet access to screening and HPV vaccination still isn’t equal, especially in rural communities. Early detection saves lives. Learn more: aacr.org/patients-careg… 💙

Rural Emergency Hospitals (REHs) are expanding care options for communities by maintaining emergency services and outpatient access in areas that previously lost inpatient hospitals. cms.gov/medicare/payme… #RuralHealth

Broadband expansion supports new opportunities for telehealth, remote monitoring, and virtual specialty care in rural communities. fcc.gov/health #DigitalHealth #RuralCare

Rural Americans face unique risks during disasters. A new study from Texas A&M finds rural residents are less likely to have disaster plans or anticipate future natural disasters. Preparedness matters, no matter the ZIP code. 🔗 vitalrecord.tamu.edu/rural-american…

Emergency preparedness planning supports rural healthcare facilities in maintaining continuity of care during seasonal and weather-related events. cdc.gov/emergency-prep… #EmergencyPreparedness