By Since 2005, more than 180 rural hospitals in the United States have closed, with nearly 1,000 more at risk of doing so. A study by Penn State College of Medicine researchers found that nearby hospitals see increased emergency department visits and admissions as a result of these closures.
Rural hospital closures affect operations of surrounding hospitals
Research scientist using digital tablet to browse internet and find biochemistry discovery. Female chemist working with device to create pharmaceutical cure, microbiology experiment.
Comments