Rural patients with non–ST-segment elevation myocardial infarction (NSTEMI) often present to local hospitals that lack cardiac revascularization capability, necessitating [...]

Traditional emergency medical service (EMS) systems operate at the intersection of community, public health, and hospital systems and are strategically positioned to adap [...]

This paper examines how telehealth can help address maternity care deserts in rural Alaska by expanding access to prenatal and postpartum care in geographically isolated [...]

Farmworkers face significant disparities in healthcare access and outcomes, driven by factors such as rural residence, lack of insurance, language barriers, and undocumen [...]

As the U.S. population ages, demand for long-term care services is increasing. Adult Foster Homes (AFHs), small residential care settings offering personalized support fo [...]

Perinatal mental health disorders are a leading cause of pregnancy‑related mortality in Oregon, yet no standardized statewide screening policy exists. This project develo [...]

Change does not always result in improvement but all improvement requires change. Resistance to change is one of the primary reasons that changes fail in an organization. [...]

Rural communities in Oregon face a significant shortage of psychiatric services, both from specialists and general care providers. Telepsychiatry offers a validated and r [...]

The number of older adults in the United States is projected to reach more than 70 million by 2030, representing a doubling of this population since 2004. As the populati [...]