U.S. Department of Labor Announces $40 Million to Address Rural Healthcare Workforce Shortages

The U.S. Department of Labor (DOL) announced $40 million in H-1B Rural Healthcare Grant Program funds awarded to address rural healthcare workforce shortages in communities across the country. Discusses how the COVID-19 pandemic has increased the need for healthcare workers, especially in rural areas, and the funding aims to increase the number of individuals training in healthcare occupations that directly impact patient care.
Source: News stories via the Rural Assistance Center - Category: Rural Health Source Type: news