Rural Health

Local health centers get renewed funding (Huron Plainsman)

26 Jul 2008

Seven area community health center programs are among 31 in South Dakota that were reauthorized as part of the Health Care Safety Net Act passed by unanimous consent by the Senate.

Vets need more mental health help (American Psychological Association)

25 Jul 2008

McClatchy-Tribune Information Services -- Unrestricted July 24, 2008 War veterans, especially those living in rural areas, need more accessible mental health services after a statewide study showed many are suffering from post-traumatic stress disorder and depression, a West Virginia University psychology professor told a U.S. Senate committee.

From '09, 1-year rural stint a must for MBBS students (The Times of India)

24 Jul 2008

The Health Ministry has sent the final proposal for a compulsory rural stint for the MBBS students from next year, before they can apply for a PG degree in India.