Missouri Rural Health Association

Now Senator @BillEigel says he is not be afraid to close rural hospitals. Well, I would assume it’s easier to confront your fear of closing hospitals in Sikeston if you live in St. Louis.

Access to healthcare in rural communities is a growing issue across the country. In this episode, JJ and Rachel speak with Heidi Lucas from @MORuralHealth about rural health in Missouri. Listen wherever you get your podcasts or at hillsdalehospital.com/rural-health-r….

Story time! Let's hear about your worst stories about you or your family having the flu in the comments below! #MOStopsCovid #MOStopsFlu #StickItToTheFlu

Adults: By getting immunized, you set a positive example for younger family members. This helps instill the importance of vaccination and public health in future generations. #MOStopsCovid #MOStopsFlu #StickItToTheFlu

Where do you think you caught the flu this time: Home? Work? In public? Brought home from school? Somewhere else? #MOStopsCovid #MOStopsFlu #StickItToTheFlu

Children often learn by observing the behavior of their parents. When parents prioritize getting vaccinated, they demonstrate the importance of taking proactive steps to protect one's health and the health of the community. #MOStopsCovid #MOStopsFlu #StickItToTheFlu

We CELEBRATE the first responders who are on the front lines during this flu and COVID season. We also CELEBRATE all Missourians who have already been immunized in 2023! #MOStopsCovid #MOStopsFlu #StickItToTheFlu

THANK YOU to everyone in healthcare who keeps the facilities clean, safe, and open for everyone during this flu and COVID season! Three cheers to every Missourian who has already gotten immunized this season, too! #StickItToTheFlu #MOStopsCovid #MOStopsFlu

Give yourself a thumbs up if you've already been immunized for the flu and COVID-19 this year! #MOStopsCovid #MOStopsFlu #StickItToTheFlu

What underlying illness do you, or someone you love, suffer from? The importance of getting your flu and covid vaccinations is much higher for you. #MOStopsCovid #MOStopsFlu #StickItToTheFlu

Identifying and treating dementia early on allows families more time with their loved one and improves their quality of life. The Customized Caregiver Training and Relief Program offers personalized blueprints to care and support. Learn more: mrhassociation.org/caregivers/

@alzassociation reports that nearly 3 in 10 (28%) Hispanic Americans do not believe they will live long enough to develop Alzheimer’s or another dementia. However, early signs of dementia are frequently mistaken for aging and left untreated, contributing to a decline in health.

As the holiday season passes through, drinking and alcohol use rise. If you’re planning to drive, don’t take the risk. December is National Impaired Driving Prevention Month. Make sure you know what you need to be safe: samhsa.gov/blog/national-…

Next year, from April 20-21 in Columbia, is the 2023 Rural Health Workforce Conference by MRHA. It’s time to save the date! For more details, visit mrhassociation.org.

Cancer is a life-changing diagnosis — but you have the power to reduce the risks associated with some types, such as cervical cancer. Do you know what steps you can take to get ahead of cervical cancer? Learn more here: cancer.org/cancer/cervica…

MRHA’s HealthTran program is designed to close the gap and improve the health of rural Missourians. Learn more: mrhassociation.org/healthtran/

A national shortage of volunteer drivers has harmed rural health gaps. Rural communities face transportation barriers reaching necessary health care, which worsens health outcomes.

No application is required for this program. Caregivers in need of support should call the 24/7 Helpline 1-800-272-3900 to request a Consultation with a dementia expert who will assess needs and identify resources to support the caregiver. Learn more: mrhassociation.org/caregivers/

The Caregiver Relief program provides reimbursement to caregivers for expenses related to use of respite care services and/or purchase of products or services required to care for the individual with dementia.