Talking Challenges and Opportunities in Rural Health with Alana Knudson

Tristan and Victor host a discussion with Dr. Alana Knudson, director and Senior Fellow at the NORC Walsh Center for Rural Health Analysis. Key points include: Dr. Knudson's early passion for rural health, stemming from her upbringing in a rural North Dakota community and work with the state's Department of Health. The challenges facing rural communities, particularly around poverty, livable wages, and access to essential services like healthcare. The impact of state and federal policies on rural healthcare delivery, and the need for financing models that account for the unique circumstances of rural providers. The role of emerging technologies, such as remote patient monitoring, in improving access to healthcare in rural areas. Successful community-driven interventions, like community health worker programs, that have made a meaningful impact. Advice for researchers and public health professionals to listen to rural communities and collaborate with them to address their specific needs and concerns. A transcript of this episode is available at https://www.public-health.uiowa.edu/news-items/plugged-in-to-public-health-challenges-and-opportunities-in-rural-health-with-dr-alana-knudson/ Have a question for our podcast crew or an idea for an episode? You can email them at [email protected] You can also support Plugged in to Public Health by sharing this episode and others with your friends, colleagues, and social networks. #publichealth