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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.

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Enhancing Student Wellness through School-Based Telemedicine

South Central Telehealth Resource Center

While Arkansas Medicaid and other insurance plans reimburse for behavioral health services, access to mental health care providers is a challenge. Kaiser Family Foundation, Arkansas is designated as a Health Professional Shortage Area (HPSA) for mental health care providers. According to the Henry J.

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Dental Trailer filling the Gap between Dentists and Australian Remote Communities

KB Dental Consulting

According to many searches, the dental health care status among Australian people who live in rural areas is poorer than the people located in bigger the cities. People who live in remote regions often avoid certain foods because of their poor dental health. Introduction. Possible solutions and recommendations.

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Mobile Dental Van for Fixing Drought-Stricken Farmers’ Teeth in Australia

KB Dental Consulting

Extreme temperatures in Australia in the summer months may compound the oral health issues. In absence of oral health education and dental services the dental issues will affect the overall physical and mental health for the underserved communities.