Rural Workforce

Through interviews, site visits and focus groups, the AHA gathered insights from hospital leaders to identify practical strategies, lessons learned and real-world examples. Together, these insights offer a roadmap for rural hospitals working to strengthen maternal care.
The Health Resources and Services Administration has announced new funding available to healthcare providers in rural areas through the Small Health Care Provider Quality Improvement Programs.
The 2027 AHA Rural Healthcare Leadership Conference will gather more than 1,000 rural health leaders committed to advancing health care
The Health Resources and Services Administration April 7 announced it will provide more than $135 million in funding to support nutrition and rural health workforce initiatives.
In this Leadership Scan, rural hospital leaders will share how they are equipping staff today for the next generation of care delivery.
Leaders from Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta and Mercer University School of Medicine reveal how targeted pediatric scholarships and deep community partnerships are building a sustainable pipeline of pediatricians committed to serving rural communities. LISTEN NOW 
The AHA provided a statement Feb. 24 for a House Ways and Means Health Subcommittee hearing titled “Advancing the Next Generation of America’s Health Care Workforce.”