Overcoming Barriers in Rural Health Access with Lisa Beasley, Rita Hollingsworth, and Diana Dedmon
- Author
- AHCNA
- Published
- Wed 27 Aug 2025
- Episode Link
- https://podcasts.castplus.fm/e/58zxkkx8-overcoming-barriers-in-rural-health-access-with-lisa-beasley-rita-hollingsworth-and-diana-dedmon
- Mobile health units are essential for rural healthcare access.
- Building trust in communities takes time and consistency.
- Social determinants significantly impact health outcomes.
- Transportation barriers hinder access to healthcare services.
- Community engagement is crucial for effective healthcare delivery.
- Sustainability of mobile health units relies on diverse funding sources.
- Healthcare should not depend on geographic location.
- Advocacy for full practice authority is necessary for nurse practitioners.
- Partnerships with local organizations enhance service delivery.
- Addressing social drivers of health is key to improving health outcomes.
