How do churches address the social determinants of health? Pastor Morris Fleischer of the Newport-Mt Olivet United Methodist Church joined RHV to discuss what churches do beyond the pulpit.

Whose voice is heard from rural Virginia? Rachel Levy, Executive Director of New Rural Virginia joined RHV to discuss her hopes for better representation. - VRHA membership information

What are the barriers to providing obstetric care in rural communities? Arthur Ollendorff, MD from the Virginia Tech Carilion School of Medicine joined me to discuss his concerns about maternal healt

Is it worth your time to meet with your elected officials? Narissa Rahaman Executive Director of Equality Virginia joined RHV to discuss their most recent wins at the Virginia General Assembly. - If

What is a midwife and how do they bridge the gap for maternal healthcare in rural communities? Leslie Payne of Trillium House Birthing Center joined RHV to discuss Certified Professional Midwives and

Who is responsible for health literacy? Systems Design Coach Steven Ragsdale joined RHV to discuss how health disparities need to be addressed at every level. - If you want to be part of the conversa

Are there any surprises when it comes to the need for improved oral health? Ben Barber, Policy Director at Virginia Health Catalyst joined RHV to discuss their Oral Health Workforce Gap Assessment. -

Why is it important to be involved in rural health advocacy? Dr. Kevin Bennett, Director of Center for Rural & Primary Healthcare at the University of South Carolina joined RHV to discuss his path to

What are the benefits and complications of mobile health? Dr. Carolyn Rutledge, Director of the Doctor of Nursing Practice program at Old Dominion University joined RHV to discuss rural outreach and

Why do independent pharmacies have a hard time staying open? Cindy Warriner, of the Community Pharmacy Enhanced Services Network joined RHV to discuss the needs of rural pharmacies.