This webinar will focus on financial models for Healthcare Coalitions and how each are unique. Participants will hear from a variety of speakers about different financial models, lessons learned, benefits, and challenges. Time: 1pm CT.
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Healthcare-Provider Groups Call for Bipartisan Healthcare Deal
With Republican efforts to repeal and replace Obamacare in disarray, several healthcare-provider organizations are calling on Congress to set aside party rancor and cut a bipartisan deal on healthcare reforms. (Source: HealthLeaders Media; Photo by geralt, Pixabay) More »
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‘If You Care about Broadband, You Cannot Remain on the Sidelines’
Federal Communications Commissioner Mignon Clyburn tells a rural connectivity summit in Ohio that Washington, D.C., decision makers need to hear from them. Now. She said, I am going to … give out some grades this evening. … If I had to rank how we [the Federal Communications Commission] are prioritizing fast, affordable broadband, and robust consumer protections, I would have to give the FCC a B+ on getting broadband into communities most in need, a C on broadband affordability, and an F on broadband consumer protections. Let me tell you why. (Source: Daily Yonder; Photo by OpenClipart-Vectors, Pixabay) More »
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Is bone strength hereditary?
A new study indicates that bone strength may be inherited and that its genetic determinants are to some extent shared with bone mineral density. (Source: Science Daily; Photo by IAOM-US, Pixabay) More »
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How to Include Health Security in Your Community’s Summer Events
For communities across the country, summer is the season when many are looking to get out of the house and enjoy time with friends and neighbors. Whenever people get together, volunteer organizations have a chance to teach their communities how to become healthier and more resilient. Whether your community is getting together at a block party, a community fair, a picnic, outdoor movie, or another fun event, you can use it as an opportunity to improve your community’s health security. (Source: HHS PHE; Photo by Pexels, Pixabay) More »
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Rural hospitals face uncertainty with health care proposals
Millions of Americans got health insurance through the expansion of Medicaid programs in 31 states under the Affordable Care Act. Though efforts in Congress to overhaul the law collapsed, many remain nervous. People who work at hundreds of rural hospitals are also watching closely. Those hospitals have struggling budgets that were propped up by the massive influx of poor people who gained taxpayer-funded health insurance. (Source: ABC News; Photo by SilasCamargo, Pixabay) More »
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Grants for Transportation of Veterans in Highly Rural Areas - Department of Veterans Affairs (Deadline: 08/20/2017)Funding to organizations that assist veterans in rural areas with transportation to VA medical centers and other VA and non-VA facilities for medical care. Funding »
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Community Antibiotics Stewardship Through Community Pharmacists – MetaStar, and Lake Superior Quality Innovation Network (Deadline: 07/31/2017)The grant is focused on antibiotic stewardship in the community by decreasing the use of unnecessary antibiotics hence improving the antibiotic resistance along with decreasing community acquired C-Diff. There are four core elements of outpatient antibiotic stewardship: commitment, action for policy and practice, tracking and reporting, and education and expertise. Outpatient locations can commit to improving antibiotic prescribing and take action by implementing at least one policy or practice aimed at improving antibiotic prescribing practices. This grant partnership is for community pharmacies, physician clinics, Emergency Rooms and Urgent Cares across Wisconsin. Funding »
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2017 Continuum of Care Program Competition - Department of Housing and Urban Development (Deadline: 09/28/2017)The CoC Program is designed to promote a community-wide commitment to the goal of ending homelessness; to provide funding for efforts by nonprofit providers, States, and local governments to quickly re-house homeless individuals, families, persons fleeing domestic violence, and youth while minimizing the trauma and dislocation caused by homelessness; to promote access to and effective utilization of mainstream programs by homeless; and to optimize self-sufficiency among those experiencing homelessness. Funding »
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First Responder Heroes In Your Community - RFD-TV and Mahindra (Deadline: 08/21/2017)These are the men and women who are the first line of defense against tragedy in our communities. Police departments, firefighters and EMT's show selfless courage when we are at our most vulnerable. Nominate a deserving first responder group that is making life better in your community and how they would benefit from receiving a Mahindra mPact XTV 750 S with Flexhauler Cargo Box vehicle. Funding »
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Service Area Competition – HHS, Health Resources and Services Administration 18-021 (Deadline: 08/21/2017)The purpose of the SAC NOFO is to ensure continued access to affordable, quality primary health care services for communities and vulnerable populations currently served by the Health Center Program. Funding »
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Service Area Competition – HHS, Health Resources and Services Administration 18-023 (Deadline: 09/11/2017)The purpose of the SAC NOFO is to ensure continued access to affordable, quality primary health care services for communities and vulnerable populations currently served by the Health Center Program. Funding »
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Alzheimer’s Disease Pilot Grant Program - Wisconsin Alzheimer’s Disease Research Center (Deadline: 08/18/2017)Funding supports pilot/feasibility studies targeting research in Alzheimer’s disease (AD) and related disorders. The major objective of this program is to enhance novel AD-related research throughout the University of Wisconsin and generate pilot data for larger peer-reviewed grants. Proposals may target any aspect of Alzheimer’s disease. Letter of Intent deadline: August 18; Application deadline: October 13. Funding »
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Alzheimer’s Disease Pilot Grant Program - Wisconsin Alzheimer’s Disease Research Center (Deadline: 10/13/2017)Funding supports pilot/feasibility studies targeting research in Alzheimer’s disease (AD) and related disorders. The major objective of this program is to enhance novel AD-related research throughout the University of Wisconsin and generate pilot data for larger peer-reviewed grants. Proposals may target any aspect of Alzheimer’s disease. Letter of Intent deadline: August 18; Application deadline: October 13. Funding »
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Future of Nursing Scholars – RJWF (Deadline: 09/14/2017)The goal of the program is to develop the next generation of PhD-prepared nurse leaders who are committed to long-term careers that advance science and discovery, strengthen nursing education, and bring transformational change to nursing and health care. Funding »
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Building Public Health Infrastructure in Tribal Communities to Accelerate Disease Prevention and Health Promotion in Indian Country – HHS, Centers for Disease Control (Deadline: 08/07/2017)Funding will help to increase public health capacity and infrastructure for chronic disease prevention, health promotion and to strengthen core public health functions. Funding »
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Community Service Grants - Wrigley Company Foundation (Deadline: 10/01/2017)Grants will be awarded to practicing dental hygienist, group of hygienists, or an interdisciplinary team of professionals that includes a dental hygienist, who are involved in a specific community health project that improves the public’s oral health and provide oral health education. Funding »
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Rosalinde Gilbert Innovations in Alzheimer’s Disease Caregiving Legacy Awards (Deadline: 09/11/2017)The program promotes principles and stimulates innovation in the field of Alzheimer's disease caregiving by recognizing and rewarding those efforts which lead the way in addressing the needs of Alzheimer's caregivers. Projects include rural/remote, limited income, and other groups of caregivers with unique needs. Funding »
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Seventh Generation Fund for Indigenous Peoples (Deadline: 12/01/2017)Funding is dedicated to the self-determination of Native Peoples and the sovereignty of the distinct Nations that mobilizes financial, technical, and informational resources directly to Native communities to empower action. Grant categories: General Operating for ongoing operational costs. Project Specific Support for special events or initiatives. Capacity Building for staff training, purchasing of equipment or other organizational development needs. Funding »
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Give Kids A Smile Continuity of Care Grants – American Dental Association Foundation (Deadline: 10/31/2017)Funding will assist GKAS programs that offer continuity of dental care to underserved children after their initial GKAS visit, because a major goal of any GKAS program is to establish a process by which a child can get continued care over several years. Funding »
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Leadership in Public Health Social Work Education (LPHSWE) – HRSA, Bureau of Health Workforce (Deadline: 08/07/2017)The LPHSWE Program aims to provide training and education, faculty development, and curriculum enhancement to prepare students for leadership roles in public health social work through enrollment in a dual master’s degree program in both social work and public health. Related: TA webinar: July 18; Dial: 888-664-9858; Participant Code: 1654978; 1pm CT. Funding »
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Reducing disparities in vaccination coverage among adolescents living in rural areas – HHS, Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (Deadline: 02/01/2018)The purpose of this project is to: 1) obtain a better understanding of the factors contributing to vaccination disparities observed between adolescents living in rural areas compared to adolescents living in urban areas within the United States; and, 2) implement and evaluate an intervention(s) to improve vaccination coverage among adolescents living in rural areas. Funding »
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Rapid Response Rural Data Analysis and Issue Specific Rural Research Studies - Health Resources and Services Administration (Deadline: 02/20/2018)The purpose of this program is to assist rural communities with conducting rapid data analyses and short term issue-specific rural research studies to understand the impact of current and proposed policies and regulations as well as provide information that will improve access to health care and population health in rural America. Funding »
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Community Based Dental Partnership Program – HHS, Health Resources and Services Administration (Deadline: 01/19/2018)Funding supports oral health care training and the provision of oral health care to individuals with HIV in underserved areas. Funding »
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Rural Health Network Development Planning Program – HHS, Health Resources and Services Administration (Deadline: 01/03/2018)The purpose of the Program is to assist in the development of an integrated health care network, specifically for entities that do not have a history of formal collaborative efforts. Health care networks can be an effective strategy to help smaller rural health care providers and health care service organizations align resources and strategies, achieve economies of scale and efficiency, and address challenges more effectively as a group than as single providers. Funding »
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Increasing Organ Donation Awareness – HHS, Health Resources and Services Administration (Deadline: 01/12/2018)The overall purpose of the program is to reduce the gap between the demand for organ transplants and the supply of organ donors. Funding »
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Behavioral health conditions have a substantial effect on overall health and there is a growing need for behavioral health care services in the U.S. Depression and anxiety disorders rank among the top ten reasons for patient visits. Learn how the federal government supports the primary/behavioral health care workforce and underserved communities. Tweet #BHealthy to join the discussion. Time: 2pm CT.
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Based on his featured course at EMS World Expo, Jeff Hinshaw details how emergency professionals and athletic trainers work together to stabilize an injured athlete, including sports equipment removal. Hinshaw leads you through various step-by-step simulations for a hands-on approach to better prepare you for emergencies. Time: 12pm CT.
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Remote Patient Monitoring: A Toolkit for Success
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This webinar will offer insights into the value of RPM and debut a toolkit aimed at helping organizations implement a program. The presentation will start with a discussion on the value of RPM and its implementation, then move on to an exciting new toolkit developed by the Mid-Atlantic and Northwest Telehealth Resource Centers. You won’t want to miss this opportunity to learn about RPM implementation. Time: 1pm CT.
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Social determinants of health are conditions in the environments in which people are born, live, learn, work, play, worship, and age that affect a wide range of health, functioning, and quality-of-life outcomes and risks. Learn about progress made toward achieving the Healthy People 2020 Social Determinants Leading Health Indicator. You’ll also hear how Diplomas Now is working to increase high school graduation rates by focusing on chronic absenteeism, behavior, and course performance in school. Time: 11am CT.
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