February 24, 2026: Site Neutrality Legislation, Prenatal Care Gaps and Rural ER Obstetric Training
Rural Health News is a weekly segment of Rural Health Today, a podcast by Hillsdale Hospital. News sources for this episode: Marc Schollett, “Michigan lawmakers challenge rural healthcare funding criteria,”… Read more »
... Read MoreRural Health Answers: “What can we do to maintain telehealth capabilities in rural communities?” Featuring John Barnas
Today, we’re back talking with John Barnas, who answers your questions on how to maintain teleheath capabilities in rural settings. Follow Rural Health Today on social media! https://x.com/RuralHealthPod https://www.youtube.com/@ruralhealthtoday7665 Follow… Read more »
... Read MoreHow to Make Community Impact that Lasts in Rural Health with John Barnas, Part 2
Part two of our conversation with John Barnas, Executive Director at the Michigan Center for Rural Health. We continue our discussion on how rural healthcare professionals and organizations can prepare… Read more »
... Read MoreHillsdale Hospital to Host Blood Drive on February 24
American Red Cross and Hillsdale Hospital team up to host blood drive at Hillsdale United Brethren Church Hillsdale Hospital will host a community blood drive on February 24, 2026 with… Read more »
... Read MoreFebruary 16, 2026: Rural Areas Classification, Damage from Staffing Shortages, & Expanding Youth Mental Health Services in Virginia
“I feel one hundred percent different.” Thomas Allbright’s Story
Hillsdale Hospital President and CEO Earns National Award for Leadership Excellence
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How to Make Community Impact that Lasts in Rural Health with John Barnas, Part 1
In this episode, John Barnas, executive director at the Michigan Center for Rural Health, discusses how rural healthcare professionals and organizations can prepare their states for the impact of funding… Read more »
... Read MoreFebruary 9, 2026: Federal Healthcare Funding Package, the Rise of Healthcare Costs, & Honoring a Hillsdale Hospital Nurse
Hillsdale Hospital Awarding Up to $50,000 in Educational Support to High School Seniors Pursuing Nursing Careers
Hospital names nursing scholarship after long-time employee Hillsdale Hospital today announced that applications are now open for the 2026 Doris Whorley Nursing Scholarship program. High school seniors are eligible to… Read more »
... Read MoreHow Idealizing Dangerous Reforms will Cripple Rural Health Access with Dr. Shepard, Part 2
In part two of our episode with Dr. Shepard, we’ll talk about the current outlook of healthcare in Michigan and beyond. With funding cuts and policy changes, hospitals are bracing… Read more »
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