Why it matters: This five-year federal investment gives rural Utah hospitals and clinics the resources to expand services, strengthen their workforce, and build a more resilient health care system. The big picture: Utah's application to the Rural Health Transformation...

At Ashley Regional Medical Center in Vernal, healthcare connects deeply with community, says CFO Justin Romney. Why it matters: Rural hospitals provide essential services for communities that would otherwise face long-distance travel for healthcare. The big picture:...

The big picture: While rural hospitals nationwide face closure risks, Utah's 21 rural facilities are finding stability through consistent leadership and strategic partnerships, according to Matt McCullough of the Utah Hospital Association. Why it matters Rural...

The bottom line: A new report from the Kem C. Gardner Policy Institute revealed major gaps in maternity care access across Utah. Now, state leaders are turning that data into action—by putting communities in the driver's seat. Why it matters Access to quality...

Anna West of the Utah Department of Health and Human Services, and Melanie Beagley of the Kem C. Gardner Policy Institute share insights from a report on maternity care access across the state that reveals many Utah mothers—especially in rural communities—face...