National Rural Health Day

NATIONAL RURAL HEALTH DAY - NOVEMBER 20, 2025

Since 2011, the National Organization of State Offices of Rural Health (NOSORH) has set aside the third Thursday of November to celebrate the "Power of Rural" on National Rural Health Day (NRHD). This day is an opportunity to bring attention to and honor the incredible efforts of rural healthcare providers, communities, organizations, State Offices of Rural Health, and other stakeholders dedicated to addressing the unique healthcare needs of rural America.

Learn more at powerofrural.org. Let's come together to celebrate the #PowerOfRural!

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Dr. Jennifer Fletcher Honored with 2025 IRHA Doc Hollywood Award

French Lick, Ind. (June 11, 2025) — The Indiana Rural Health Association (IRHA) has named Dr. Jennifer L. Fletcher, M.D., of Decatur County Memorial Hospital, the recipient of the 2025 Doc Hollywood Award. This prestigious honor is proudly sponsored by Interactive Digital Solutions.

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Program Spotlight: HSCC Participates in Food and Nutrition Program

April 5, 2024 — Healthy Start Communities that C.A.R.E. (HSCC) partnered with the National Healthy Start Association (NHSA) and received funding from the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) to participate in the Food and Nutrition (FAN) program for Better Health Leadership Training Institute.

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Indiana Rural Health Association Acquires Funding for New Medication-Assisted Treatment Program

September 1, 2023 — The Indiana Rural Health Association (IRHA) is thrilled to announce its successful acquisition of the Rural Communities Opioid Response Medication Assisted Treatment Access Program funding from the esteemed Health Resources and Services Administration (HRSA). This funding marks a significant step forward in the ongoing battle against Substance Use Disorders (SUDs) in rural areas.

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