ETSU Center for Rural Health and Research

Connect with the team from the Center for Rural Health and Research at ETSU this week at NRHA 2026! We’re excited to connect with partners, researchers, and rural health leaders from across the country throughout the week. See you in San Diego! #RuralHealth #PublicHealth

Your environment shapes your health! In TN, 3 in 4 adults have access to sidewalks and trails, but over half (52.3%) rarely or never use them. Access is just the first step. Get outside and get moving! #TNBRFSS #ActiveLiving #HealthyCommunities

As the federal government considers nominees for Surgeon General, Dr. Wykoff explains what that position entails. Body of evidence: bit.ly/4tubKeM #shorts #fyp #surgeongeneral #publichealth

Summer Session 1 course: COBH 4607-5607 Gerontology & Health, open to undergraduate and graduate students Contact Dr. Jodi Southerland, Program Coordinator of the Aging Studies & Public Health certificate at southerlanj@etsu.edu.

ICYMI: ETSU CRHR's Casey Balio joined the latest Exploring Rural Health podcast episode to discuss rural public health workforce insights from the 2024 Public Health Workforce Interests and Needs Survey. ruralhealthinfo.org/podcast/public…

The Graduate Biostatistics Certificate is a 13-credits 100% online program housed in the ETSU College of Public Health, Biostatistics and Epidemiology Department. Students in this field will learn the theoretical and practical aspects of designing and analyzing public health data

During Women’s Health Week, learn more about the proposed name change from PCOS to PMOS to better reflect the condition’s impact on women’s health. 💜 Read more: ow.ly/Skyj50YYV1n #WomensHealthWeek #PCOS #PMOS

Caps off to the newest ETSU graduates! 🎓 Your passion and commitment will help shape healthier, stronger communities across Tennessee and beyond. The ETSU Center for Rural Health and Research is proud to cheer you on as you take the next step. Congratulations, Class of 2026!

Over half of included rural-related studies identified at least one potential strategy for overcoming study-related limitations or challenges, including those concerning data, within the limitations section. ow.ly/5GNu50YNEB0 @etsu_norc_rhrc #RuralHealth

Dr. Wykoff reminds us to be present when we are with others instead of looking at our phones. Body of evidence: bit.ly/4cTpuLg #technoference #phubbing #shorts

Breastfeeding isn’t always easy, and it can affect your mental well-being. You don’t have to navigate it alone. 📱 TN Breastfeeding Hotline: 855-423-6667 🔗 tn.gov/health/wic.html Support is here for every step. 💗 #MaternalMentalHealth

TDH urges Tennesseans to take precautions against tick-borne diseases like Lyme disease, RMSF, ehrlichiosis, and alpha-gal syndrome. 🛡️ Use repellent • Wear long sleeves • Check for ticks Stay safe outdoors ☀️ Learn more: tn.gov/health/news/20…. #TickSafety

What does AI mean for rural health? New commentary by Qian Huang (ETSU), Shiloh Williams (SDSU), and Scott Helle (KY Office of Rural Health) explores how to implement AI responsibly in rural care. 🔗 onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/abs/10.111… #RuralHealth #AIinHealth #NRHA

Spread the word this #AlcoholAwarenessMonth 📢 Prevention works. Treatment is effective. #RecoveryIsPossible for everyone. If you or someone you know needs support for alcohol misuse, help is available at samhsa.gov/find-help

April is Testicular Cancer Awareness Month 💙 Testicular cancer is highly treatable—especially when caught early. Rural barriers can delay care, which makes awareness even more important. Monthly self-exams = a simple way to spot changes early. #RuralHealth #MensHealth

Unused or expired prescription medications are a public safety issue. Proper disposal of unneeded drugs saves lives and protects the environment and our overall community. Share this post and start preparing now for the next #TakeBackDay, April 25. DEATakeBack.com

Former U.S. Sen. Bill Frist delivered an engaging and informative Leading Voices in Public Health lecture at ETSU tonight. There were many students there who appreciated his ideas about becoming involved in our communities to improve health outcomes. What an inspiring evening!

ETSU CRHR Director Michael Meit will speak at the Annual Appalachian Health Leadership Forum in Roanoke, WV this Thurs. at 10 AM. “Taking Care of Our Own: Building & Strengthening Recovery Ecosystems” #RuralHealth #Appalachia #Recovery

Great new research from the ETSU/NORC Rural Health Research Center 👏 This study explores how to strengthen rural health data and improve research quality—critical for better decisions and outcomes in rural communities. #RuralHealth #HealthData #PublicHealth

Today 1:00 PM CDT (Memphis): Michael Meit, Director of the ETSU Center for Rural Health and Research, presents “Building Connections Across Rural Health” at the Tennessee Rural Health Care Center of Excellence Conference. #RuralHealth #ETSU