Mississippi Rural Health Association

Considering an application for the MRTP Innovative Pilot Program Grant? 💡

Join the Innovative Pilot Program Grant Application Overview Webinar to learn more about the funding opportunity and what you’ll need to prepare a strong application. The webinar will cover the program’s purpose, key requirements, eligibility considerations, proposed project expectations, and important application components.

Attendees will also gain practical guidance on the information and documentation needed for a complete and competitive submission. 📝

📅 TODAY, Tuesday, October 6, 2026
⏰ 10:00 AM CDT
Register now: https://bit.ly/3TmgMhJ

A $10 million USDA award will help expand Leland Medical Clinic in the Mississippi Delta, adding occupational, physical and speech therapy along with dental services. The expansion aims to bring more specialized care closer to home for rural residents across the Delta. 🏥🌾

Read more: https://bit.ly/4efy3QC

MRHA is proud to support National Primary Care Week, observed October 4-10.
National Primary Care Week highlights the essential role of primary care in improving health, preventing disease, and ensuring patients have access to quality, coordinated care. Strong primary care is key to building healthier rural communities. 🩺🏥

Learn more: https://bit.ly/4wwpLLn

MRHA is proud to support Health Literacy Month throughout October.

Health Literacy Month highlights the importance of helping individuals understand health information, make informed decisions, and actively participate in their care. Improving health literacy strengthens communication between patients and providers and helps build healthier communities. 📚💙

Learn more: https://bit.ly/4pMchsx

Applications are now open for the 2027 NRHA Rural Health Fellows Leadership Program! 🚀

This yearlong leadership program is designed to develop a diverse, interprofessional network of rural health leaders from across the country. Each year, 15 to 20 individuals are selected based on their commitment to improving rural health through professional or community experience.

If you're passionate about making a difference in rural health, this is an opportunity to grow your leadership skills, expand your network, and connect with leaders nationwide. 💼🌾

Learn more and apply today! https://bit.ly/4fEEQV4

Southwest Mississippi Regional Medical Center is bringing new imaging technology to rural Mississippi as the first U.S. hospital to install Philips’ Rembra CT system. The advanced technology is designed to support faster imaging and expand access to sophisticated diagnostic care closer to home. 🏥🔬

Read more: https://bit.ly/4hqxgx6

The Mississippi Rural Health Association is partnering with Harborlight Health Solutions, LLC to offer a Virtual Emergency Preparedness Tabletop Exercise for Mississippi rural healthcare facilities.

📆Friday, September 25, 2026
⏰2:00–4:00 PM CDT
💵Introductory Rate: $75 per facility

This live, interactive exercise is designed to help facilities meet CMS Emergency Preparedness exercise requirements. Participants will receive supporting materials and templates to assist with required compliance documentation.
One registration covers your facility, so key emergency preparedness personnel can participate together.

Register here: https://bit.ly/4gnDKNV
Click on "Mississippi Virtual Tabletop Exercise for Healthcare Facilities"

Space is limited. We encourage interested facilities to register early.

Thank you,
Mississippi Rural Health Association
in partnership with Harborlight Health Solutions, LLC

The University of Mississippi Medical Center’s Center for Telehealth and Emerging Technologies has officially been redesignated by the Health Resources and Services Administration (HRSA) as a National Telehealth Center of Excellence. 🏆
The redesignation recognizes the Center’s ongoing work to expand access to care, evaluate innovative telehealth approaches, and share knowledge and best practices with communities and organizations across Mississippi and the nation.
The new five-year designation will allow UMMC to build on this work, address emerging challenges, and continue collaborating with partners to improve healthcare access for rural communities and populations with limited access to services.
MRHA congratulates UMMC’s Center for Telehealth and Emerging Technologies on this important recognition and looks forward to the continued impact of its work in Mississippi and beyond. 🙌

Mississippi has made progress in expanding mental health care, but rural communities continue to face significant access challenges. With more than half of the state designated as a mental health professional shortage area, continued investment in workforce, telehealth and community-based services remains critical. 🧠🌾

Read more: https://bit.ly/4qREIpm