rural health

Eastern States Rural Health Summit 2025: Bridging gaps and building futures 

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The American Heart Association (AHA) held the inaugural  Eastern States Rural Health Summit on June 13, 2025. Rural populations make up about 20% of the U.S. population, totaling approximately 60 million people. These communities are diverse but share common challenges in health access and outcomes. The summit served as a platform to elevate the unique health needs … Read more

Join Us at the Inaugural Rural Health Summit!

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dirt road in rural america

Imagine living in a town without a doctor or being 200 miles away from the nearest hospital. For one in five people in the U.S., including 5.7 million residents of rural communities throughout the Eastern States, this is a reality. Rural areas face significant health care challenges. On average, people in these communities live almost … Read more