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February 27, 2025
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Q&A: ‘Unacceptable’ medical deserts leave rural patients with rare diseases stranded

Q&A: ‘Unacceptable’ medical deserts leave rural patients with rare diseases stranded

Approximately 14% of the U.S. population lives in rural areas, where access to health care may be limited by insurance coverage, geography and infrastructure, and provider shortages, according to HHS.