The National Association of State EMS Officials, The Joint Committee on Rural Emergency Care, and the Arizona Center for Rural Health invite you to join them in Tucson, Arizona, for the 4th Annual National Rural EMS & Care Conference.
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Rural Reporter
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CMS Proposes Changes To Hospital Requirements
On Tuesday, the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) proposed changes with the stated goal of requiring hospitals to post prices online, improving patients’ access to their electronic health records, grappling with sky-high drug prices, and reducing the paperwork burden on hospitals. The changes would reduce the number of measures hospitals are required to report, and would ease documentation requirements. The proposed rule changes will begin implementing parts of the MyHealthEData initiative, and CMS will be renaming a part of the Electronic Health Record Incentive Programs from the "Meaningful Use" program" to the "Promoting Interoperability" program. (Source: Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services; Photo: Damian Gadal on flickr) More »
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American Academy of Nursing Warns Against Long Hours; Fatigue
The American Academy of Nursing is urging health care providers to make systemic changes to prevent a tired workforce of nurses. A position paper co-authored by the Dean of the University of Wisconsin-Madison’s School of Nursing, Linda Scott, who is also part of the American Academy of Nursing, says that nurse fatigue is a real threat. Fatigue among nurses, the paper claims, is a danger to patients because of increased risk of error; the health and safety of nurses themselves; and the risk of car accidents when commuting. The paper, published in Nursing Outlook, says that nursing is one of a growing number of fields recognizing the broad health and safety risks that are linked to shift work, long work hours, and worker fatigue. Read the full paper here. (Source: Shamane Mills, Wisconsin Public Radio; Image: rawpixel on Unsplash) More »
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UW System Receives $4 Million In Broadband Funding
In partnership with the Rural Wisconsin Health Cooperative Information Technology Network, the UW System will receive $4 million to support health care education delivery through broadband and telecommunications services on all of its campuses. The funding will facilitate virtual classes in health care education delivery, particularly in rural areas. (Source: UW System; Photo: Markus Spiske on Unsplash) More »
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Looking At Two New Initiatives For Health Data
In March, HHS Administrator Seema Verma announced two new initiatives, MyHealthEData and Blue Button 2.0, that would implement changes in order to make it easier for consumers and providers to use electronic health records. However, the timeline and specifics for the rollout of these changes remain unclear, argues health care lawyer David Harlow. (Source: Healthcare IT News; Photo: Adapted from rawpixel on flickr) More »
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Proposed Bipartisan Legislation Would Address Farmer Suicide
New bipartisan legislation introduced by Senator Tammy Baldwin (D-WI) and Joni Ernst (R-IA) would provide farmers with critical support and mental health resources. The FARMERS FIRST Act would provide funding for local resources, provide suicide prevention training for farm advocates, create support groups and reestablish the Farm and Ranch Stress Assistance Network (FRSAN). (Source: Wisconsin State Farmer; Photo: Jenny Hill on Unsplash) More »
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Implementation and Evaluation of New Health Information Technology (IT) Strategies for Collecting and Using Patient-Reported Outcome (PRO) Measures (U18) – HHS, Agency for Health Care Research and Quality (Deadline: 09/25/2019)This FOA invites U18 cooperative agreement applications to stimulate innovative and collaborative research by utilizing new health information technology (IT) strategies for collecting and using patient-reported outcome (PRO) measures in primary care and other ambulatory care settings. Funding »
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Health Information Technology (IT) to Improve Health Care Quality and Outcomes (R21) – HHS, Agency for Health Care Research and Quality (Deadline: 07/16/2019)AHRQ invites grant applications for funding to conduct exploratory and developmental research grants for projects in the early and conceptual stages of development that will contribute to the evidence base of how health information technology (IT) improves health care quality and outcomes. Funding »
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SEARCH - Special Evaluation Assistance for Rural Communities and Households – USDA (Deadline: 12/31/2020)This program helps very small, financially distressed rural communities with predevelopment feasibility studies, design assistance, and technical assistance on proposed water and waste disposal projects. Applications on accepted on an ongoing basis. Funding »
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Beyond Pencils & Computer Grants - Community Foundation of North Central Wisconsin (Deadline: 10/01/2018)Grants are available to Pre-K to12th grade teachers throughout the Merrill School District to initiate innovative and creative projects and programs that enhance their curriculum. Applications are accepted on an annual basis. Funding »
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Make a Difference Day Grants (Deadline: 09/30/2018)The third Saturday in October is "Make A Difference Day," a national day of helping others - a celebration of neighbor helping neighbor. The Volunteer Center Special Projects Fund can help students throughout Marathon County participate in volunteerism by providing grants of $50 - 250 to teachers willing to implement a "Make A Difference" project involving their students. The grant can be used to provide transportation, or to purchase necessary supplies or equipment for your project. Applications are accepted on an annual basis. Funding »
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Beyond Pencils & Crayons Grants - Community Foundation of North Central Wisconsin (Deadline: 09/30/2018)Grants are available to K-12 teachers throughout Marathon County to initiate innovative and creative projects and programs that enhance their curriculum. Through a competitive review process, our selection committee looks for proposals that fill a specific need, are cost-effective, provide educational value, and demonstrate a sense of community. Applications are available on an annual basis. Funding »
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Clyde F. Schlueter Foundation Grants (Deadline: 05/01/2018)Proposals for projects and programs that will allow nonprofit organizations, located in the Wausau area, to provide for growth in character and service of area youth and for civic improvements. Applications accepted annually, two times per year. Funding »
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Clyde F. Schlueter Foundation Grants (Deadline: 08/01/2018)Proposals for projects and programs that will allow nonprofit organizations, located in the Wausau area, to provide for growth in character and service of area youth and for civic improvements. Applications accepted annually, two times per year. Funding »
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Murco Foundation Grants (Deadline: 09/01/2018)Applications are considered from nonprofit organizations serving the greater Wausau area and Marathon County. The focus of their funding is for the advancement of education and the arts in our community. Applications accepted on a yearly basis. Funding »
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Mid Wisconsin Foundation Legacy Grants (Deadline: 10/15/2018)Proposals are accepted online for specifically identified projects and programs that will benefit nonprofit organizations located in communities formerly served by Mid Wisconsin Bank. Grants generally do not exceed $1,000. Applications accepted on a yearly basis. Funding »
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Domestic Violence Shelter Grant Program - Mary Kay Foundation (Deadline: 04/30/2018)Funding is awarded to deserving women’s domestic violence shelters across the United States. Each year, the Foundation awards a grant to at least one domestic violence shelter in every state that applies. Applications accepted on a yearly basis. Funding »
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Reducing Health Disparities Among Minority and Underserved Children (R01) – HHS, National Institutes of Health (Deadline: 05/07/2020)This initiative encourages research that targets the reduction of health disparities among children. Investing in early childhood development is essential. Specific targeted areas of research include bio-behavioral studies that incorporate multiple factors that influence child health disparities such as biological (e.g., genetics, cellular, organ systems), lifestyle factors, environmental (e.g., physical and family environments) social (e.g., peers), economic, institutional, and cultural and family influences; studies that target the specific health promotion needs of children with a known health condition and/or disability; and studies that test, evaluate, translate, and disseminate health promotion prevention and interventions conducted in traditional and non -traditional settings. Funding »
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National Giving Program – Walmart Foundation (Deadline: 12/31/2020)The underlying focus in all of their work is on empowering low-income people to help them live better. The National Giving Program allows the Foundation to work strategically with organizations working across one or more states to address social issues strongly aligned with our focus areas. Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis. Funding »
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Anthem Foundation Grants (Deadline: 08/31/2018)The Foundation funds specific public health–related issues that positively affect key health conditions identified through our signature Healthy Generations program. There are two funding options: Anthem Foundation Grants, and Community Relations & Sponsorships. Grants support health and wellness programs in 25 states, including Wisconsin. Check website regularly for deadline updates. Cycle one deadline: February 23; Cycle two deadline: August 31. Funding »
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Utilizing Health Information Technology to Scale and Spread Successful Practice Models Using Patient-reported Outcomes (R18) - AHRQ (Deadline: 01/26/2020)Awardees will conduct research that demonstrates how health information technology (IT) can improve patient-centered health outcomes and quality of care in primary care and other ambulatory settings. Applications should focus on the scale and spread of health IT-enabled practice models that use patient-reported outcome measures. Applications will be accepted on a rolling basis with "Standard" deadline dates. Funding »
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Economic Impact Initiative Grants – USDA (Deadline: 12/31/2020)This program provides funding to assist in the development of essential community facilities in rural communities with extreme unemployment and severe economic depression. Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis. Funding »
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Young Advisors Council - AgriSafe (Deadline: 12/31/2020)Volunteers Needed - Rural leaders ages 16-23 who are interested in representing perspectives of youth in agriculture are welcome to volunteer as a member of the AgriSafe Young Advisors Council (AYAC). The AYAC is a unique opportunity for youth in agriculture to impact the health and safety of their peers. The council will be comprised of 6-10 rural leaders from around the country. Applications accepted on a rolling basis. Funding »
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Wisconsin Conrad 30 Waiver Program – Wisconsin Dept Health Services (Deadline: 12/31/2020)Graduates of foreign medical schools can obtain a J-1 visa (education exchange visa) to attend a medical residency or fellowship training program in the U.S. This J-1 visa requires that upon completion of the training program, the foreign physician returns to his or her home country for at least two years, before applying for immigrant status to the U.S. The foreign physician can have this J-1 visa "home-residence" requirement waived, in return for providing primary care or general mental health care in federally designated rural and urban communities that have shortages of primary care physicians or psychiatrists. Funding »
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Annie's School Garden Grants (Deadline: 12/03/2018)Funding is for US-based K-12 school gardens that connect children directly to real food. These funds can be used to buy gardening tools, raised beds, seeds or other needed supplies for your edible school garden. 2018 application and official deadline will be determined in May. Funding »
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Wisconsin Home Energy Assistance Program (Deadline: 05/15/2018)WHEAP provides assistance for heating costs, electric costs, and energy crisis situations. Operating with federal and state funding, the program provides assistance to approximately 230,000 Wisconsin households annually. Most types of fuel are eligible to receive assistance. Whether you use wood, propane, natural gas, electricity, or fuel oil to heat your home, energy assistance is available if you qualify. This is a one-time benefit payment during the heating season (October 1-May 15). Funding »
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Rural Health Clinic Conference
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2018-04-24 to 2018-04-25
)Day One: Providing Clarity to Complex Medicare Cost Report Issues. Is Your Emergency Preparedness Plan Ready for Audit? Networking Social at Lambeau Field. Day Two: Legislative Changes That Will Impact Your Facilities. Top Tips to Enhance Your Billing Processes. Finding Answers to Your RHC Questions: A How-To Guide to Navigating RHC Resources. How RHC Revenue Can Be Enhanced by Expanding Medicare Services. Sessions are intended for all levels of rural health clinic professionals including administrators, CFOs, CEOs, CIOs, directors of finance, finance professionals, reimbursement analysts, and office managers. Location: Green Bay, WI.
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National Rural EMS & Care Conference & EMS Grant Writing Workshop
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2018-04-23 to 2018-04-25
)Invited attendees include rural EMS directors, medical directors and officers, rural health care providers, state EMS officials, hospital administrators, elected officials, federal agency officials, and other EMS partners. This will be an amazing opportunity to engage with partners from all over the country and at different levels of EMS care. In addition to the Conference, NOSORH is offering a 4-hour EMS Grant Writing 101 Workshop, on April 23, for rural EMS agencies and other interested partners. Location: Tucson, AZ.
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