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Archive: Hispanic/Latino

Publication Date: May 27th, 2021
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Author(s): Gilbertson M, Tuttle MS, Tanem J, Rydberg K, and Henning-Smith C

The purpose of this policy brief is to describe the prevalence of Rural Health Network Development Planning Grants awarded to organizations located in counties where the population is majority Black, Indigenous, or people or color. We also identify the primary focus areas of work for these grantees, and how that focus has changed over time.

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Publication Date: September 14th, 2020
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Author(s): Henning-Smith, C, Hernandez, A, Kozhimannil, KB

This paper examines racial and ethnic differences in self-rated health among rural residents and whether these differences can be explained by socio-demographic characteristics. Data from the 2011–2017 National Health Interview Survey was used to assess differences in self-rated health by race and ethnicity among rural residents. 

Published in: Journal of Community Health

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Publication Date: December 5th, 2019
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Author(s): Henning-Smith C, Hernandez A, Hardeman R, Ramirez M, Kozhimannil KB

In this study, we used county-level data to measure and compare premature death rates in rural counties by each county’s majority racial/ethnic group. What we found highlights the particular vulnerability of non-Hispanic black and AI/AN rural communities to high rates of premature mortality. 

Published in: Health Affairs

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Publication Date: June 1st, 2006
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Author(s): Blewett, L., Casey, M., and Call, K.

Abstract: Many rural Midwestern communities are experiencing rapid growth in Latino populations with low rates of health insurance coverage, limited financial resources, language and cultural differences, and special health care needs. We report on 2-day site visits conducted in 2001 and 2002 in 3 communities (Marshalltown, Iowa; Great Bend, Kansas; and Norfolk, Nebraska) to document successful strategies to meet Latino health care needs.

Published in: Journal of Rural Health

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Publication Date: October 1st, 2004
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Author(s): Casey, M., Blewett, L. and Call, K.

Abstract: This study examines case studies of 3 rural Midwestern communities to assess local health care systems’ response to rapidly growing Latino populations. Currently, clinics provide free or low-cost care, and schools, public health, social services, and religious organizations connect Latinos to the health care system. However, many unmet health care needs result from lack of health insurance, limited income, and linguistic and cultural barriers. Targeted safety net funding would help meet Latino health care needs in rural communities with limited resources.

Published in: American Journal of Public Health

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Publication Date: August 1st, 2003
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Author(s): Casey, M., Blewett, L., Call, K.

The purpose of this study is to provide an in-depth assessment of the response of local rural health care systems to the needs of a growing Latino population in rural Midwest communities. The project used a qualitative case study approach to assess health care access issues for Latinos in rural communities in Iowa, Kansas, and Nebraska, and to document successful strategies that could be adopted by other communities facing similar challenges.

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