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The Lack of Rural Healthcare Options Blog

June 29, 2023

According to the Cecil G. Sheps Center for Health Service Research, North Carolina’s rural communities have faced 152 rural hospital closures and conversions since 2005. The loss of access to healthcare is particularly harmful to those in rural communities who already face health disparities. It makes them more vulnerable to untreated health issues like strokes and heart attacks.

The Lack of Rural Health Care Options

March 31, 2023

  More than 100 hospitals have closed in rural communities. North Carolina ranks third nationwide in rural hospital closures, with 11 hospitals closing their doors. Learn how communities in Rockingham and Caswell counties are collaborating to provide health care access. … Read more