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Telehealth Soars in Small Rural School District

South Central Telehealth Resource Center

Magazine SBHC began using telehealth in 2016 through the University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (UAMS) Institute for Digital Health & Innovation: Public Schools Program (formerly called STAR), and they continue to enhance and develop their telehealth services. Parents of students using telehealth have mentioned to Ms.

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Enhancing Student Wellness through School-Based Telemedicine

South Central Telehealth Resource Center

Programs began rolling out in 2016-17 school year in accordance with the following plan: Year 1 – Behavioral Health. Year 3 – Oral Health. Year 1: Behavioral Health. Kaiser Family Foundation, Arkansas is designated as a Health Professional Shortage Area (HPSA) for mental health care providers.