Join us as we celebrate the #PowerOfRural | |
LORHN, our Network members, partners, residents and visitors all know #ThePowerOfRural every day of the year, but, today we celebrate just how wonderful it is to be rural. Today specifically we celebrate our successes and pledge our continued commitment to collaborate, communicate, educate, and innovate TOGETHER to overcome health issues. | |
Founder of National Rural Health Day | |
The National Organization of State Offices of Rural Health (NOSORH) founded National Rural Health Day (NRHD) in 2011. Held on the third Thursday of every November, NRHD is an opportunity to celebrate the “Power of Rural” by honoring the selfless, community-minded spirit that prevails in rural America. NRHD showcases the efforts of rural healthcare providers, State Offices of Rural Health, and other rural stakeholders to address the unique healthcare challenges that rural citizens face today and into the future. | |
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National Rural Health Day Events | |
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HRSA's Keynote Event: Federal Rural Partners Webinar
Thursday, November 16, 2023
11:00 am - 12:00 pm ET
Join HRSA and rural leaders from across the federal government to discuss innovations in rural health care delivery. Learn about federal programs that promote new approaches to increase access to health services for patients in rural areas. Federal programs that will be represented include SAMHSA, CMS, CDC, VA, USDA, and IHS.
Join (link shared at 11am)
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The Power of Rural in Action: CDC and State Strategies for Rural Health
Thursday, November 16, 2023
3:00 pm - 4:00 pm ET
The presentation explores state and national strategies to improve the well-being of rural Americans. Hear from the newly established CDC Office of Rural Health about their mission and vision. Learn about successful case studies from Texas and Virginia.
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Rural Cafe - Mental Health Strategies in the Workplace
Thursday, November 16, 2023
1:00 pm - 12:00 pm ET
In this Rural Café, you will have the opportunity to engage with your peers to gain a deeper understanding of strategies that could be used to support the mental health and wellbeing of your workforce. Closer to the event, you will receive an optional participation guide. This guide includes activities that reflect the discussion prompts to prepare you for the session.
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PODCAST: Improving the Care and Health of Older Adults in Rural Communities
As part of NRHD celebrations, Stratis Health will release a podcast focused on the care and health of older adults in rural communities. Stratis Health CEO is joined by two other national leaders from the National Rural Health Association and John A. Hartford Foundation. The discussion explores needs and opportunities, as well as strategies and innovations to improve the health of older adults in rural communities.
The session also includes advice for policymakers and a call to action for leaders in rural communities.
*The link will be shared on Thursday*, 11/16/2023*
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Virtual LIVE CME/CE Conference | |
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Rural Health Clinical Congress - Fall 2023
Saturday, November 18, 2023
9:00 am - 2:30 pm ET
Join this free multi-topic, interactive CME/CE conference for clinicians who serve patients from rural and underserved areas. Earn up to 5.0 CME/CE credits (including pharmacology credits for nurses) by participating. Participants will learn evidence-based recommendations from expert faculty, gain practical insights to meet the unique needs of patients in rural and underserved areas, and be able to ask questions in real time.
Sessions include:
- Improving Recognition and Treatment of Hyperkalemia
- Primary Care Management of Vasomotor Symptoms Associated with Menopause
- Chronic Rhinosinusitis with Nasal Polyps
- Advances in the Treatment of Food Allergy
- Improving Care of Age-related Macular Degeneration and Diabetic Retinopathy
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Florida Rural Health Association
Formed in 1992, the Florida Rural Health Association was created to provide a mechanism through which interested individuals and organizations in Florida could unite in advocacy for ensuring that all residents of rural Florida have access to a continuum of affordable healthcare. It is this common interest that binds the FRHA membership and has allowed the development of a common voice for rural health.
FRHA hosts an annual rural health summit, regular project ECHO webinars, and awards rural health heroes for their work in the state. On National Rural Health Day this year, FRHA will announce rural health heroes in the following categories: healthcare, healthcare administrator, mental health, community health, and health IT & informatics.
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National Rural Health Association
The National Rural Health Association (NRHA) is a national nonprofit membership organization that brings together thousands of members across the United States. The association’s mission is to provide leadership on rural health issues through advocacy, communications, education and research. NRHA hosts several events throughout the year, facilitates several advocacy groups and programs, and shares a variety of publications.
One of NRHA's campaigns is the Faces of Rural Campaign which aims to better showcase the diversity and power of rural communities. The 7-minute video shares insights about the various subpopulations that live, work, and play in rural communities and how organizations can provide approachable, comprehensive, equitable access to quality health services.
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FL Rural Counties Map
This map highlights the 32 counties in Florida that the state defines as "rural." The State of Florida defines rural as:
- A county with a population of 75,000 or less
- A county with a population of 125,000 or less which is contiguous to a county of 75,000 or less
- Any municipality within a county as described above
*There are many definitions of 'rural' and vary by agency.*
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Rural Health Information Hub
Your one stop for rural health data, news updates, resources, events, funding opportunities, case studies, toolkits, and more.
One of the many tools the RHIhub provides is an "Am I Rural?" tool that creates a report based on a specific address. The tool provides various helpful information, including:
- Census tract for address listed
- How the specific location is defined based on the top 8 common rural definitions
- Federal grant programs that the service address may be eligible for
- What shortage designations (HPSA, MUA/P) the service address has
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Rural Health Research Gateway
The Rural Health Research Gateway provides easy and timely access to research conducted by the Rural Health Research Centers, funded by the Federal Office of Rural Health Policy. Gateway efficiently puts new findings and information in the hands of our subscribers, including policymakers, educators, public health employees, hospital staff, and more.
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Thank you to our Network Members for their dedication to improving access to quality health and human services for residents surrounding Lake Okeechobee. Our success is YOUR success, and impossible without your invaluable insights and collaborative efforts.
Jacqueline Lobban-Marsan, FL Dept. of Health - Palm Beach County
RD Williams, Hendry Regional Medical Center
Dr. Wilhelmina Lewis, Florida Community Health Centers, Inc.
Brian Melear, HCA Florida Raulerson Hospital
Inger Harvey, Pahokee Housing Authority
Carol Ann Vitani, FL Dept. of Health - Martin County
Bret Smith, FL Dept. of Health - Okeechobee County
Jennifer Hood, FL Dept. of Health - Hendry/Glades Counties
Ellen Geake, Rural resident and consumer
Karlette Peck, Rural resident and consumer
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Health Insurance Enrollment
Community Health Advocates are also trained Certified Application Counselors through CMS to provide free, unbiased, information and application support to individuals and families. Staff can help residents apply for insurance coverage via the marketplace.
Open enrollment ends January 17, 2024!
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Opioid Education & Prevention
Opioids are medications used to treat individuals with extreme pain. They can be prescribed by a doctor or obtained illegally by those that make fake pills. These medications are highly addictive and prescribed regularly in the past.
CHAs are available to provide information, resources, and referrals/linkages to support and treatment for individuals and families impacted by them.
LORHN can also provide free group information sessions on opioids and substance use.
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MPOX - Vaccine Uptake
Mpox is spreading in the United States. We are committed to reducing stigma about the infectious disease, who it impacts, and how to prevent the spread. We are providing $25 gift cards for individuals with increased risk to get vaccinated.
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Health Education Group Sessions
We continue to provide FREE health education group sessions throughout our service area. CHA's are trained to facilitate three workshops:
- "Your Health Matters: Navigating the Health System"
- Chronic Disease Self-Management
- Diabetes Self-Management
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Self-Care & Kids Activities
Take a few minutes to step away from the hustle and bustle of work to give your mind and body a rest. Go for a walk, stretch, or even dance! Coloring and puzzles are also a great way to take short breaks or fun activities to do with your family after work.
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We're happy to celebrate with you today - but we want to stay connected after this too! Stay in touch with LORHN by subscribing to our mailing list and following us on social media.
Don't forget to hashtag your celebration posts today, #PowerofRural #NOSORH #NRHD
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Lake Okeechobee Rural Health Network, Inc. (LORHN) was formed in 1994 as a non-profit corporation designed to provide for the special and specific health-related needs of the residents, visitors, and businesses in the Lake Okeechobee area; with extended services to Glades, Hendry, Okeechobee, Western Martin, and Western Palm Beach counties.
LORHN was established through Florida legislation (Statute 381.0406) and is one of nine local rural health networks covering the state of Florida. As per Florida statute, the goal of the networks shall be to ensure that quality health care is available and efficiently delivered to all persons in rural areas. Our vision is to promote/provide for the special and specific health needs of the residents, visitors, and businesses in the Lake Okeechobee area.
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