UK Center of Excellence in Rural Health

11/21/2025

We have had a great two days at the 2025 Kentucky Rural Health Association Annual Conference - learning from community partners and hearing updates from state and national speakers.

Congratulations to 3 of our UK CERH Rural Project Managers - Michaela Amburgey, Kyle Burnett, and Joshua Adams. They were selected to give presentations on important work they are doing with community health worker training and a special research project that was completed earlier this year on Radon detection. Also, a big thanks to the many attendees who stopped by our exhibit to learn more about our programs and services.

KRHA was established in 1999 with a mission to improve the health of rural Kentuckians and a vision to be a trusted resource for improving the quality of life for rural Kentuckians. We are grateful for their decades of leadership and the opportunities they provide for learning and networking. Thank you, KRHA, for hosting yet another awesome conference!

11/20/2025

What better way to celebrate National Rural Health Day than with our many colleagues and partners from across Kentucky and beyond, at the 2025 Kentucky Rural Health Association Annual Conference in Bowling Green, Kentucky! Thank you, KRHA, for putting together this important event each year!

11/19/2025

🌟 Tomorrow is , and today we’re celebrating the incredible work of the Kentucky Rural Health Association (KRHA)!

KRHA continues to be a powerful champion for Kentucky’s rural communities—showing up, speaking up, and pushing for the resources and support our small towns need to thrive. 💙 Whether advocating for meaningful policy change, uplifting rural providers, or connecting Kentuckians to essential health services, KRHA is driving real impact across the Commonwealth.

Your dedication to the health and well-being of rural families inspires us. As we look ahead to NRHD 2025 and the KRHA Annual Conference, we want to say a heartfelt thank you, KRHA, for being a steadfast voice for rural health care and for everything you do to build a stronger, healthier Kentucky. 💛💚

11/16/2025

💙 We’re just 5 days away from celebrating on November 21!

Today, we’re spotlighting the incredible work of the Kentucky Council of Area Development Districts, key partners in building stronger and healthier rural communities across the Commonwealth. 💪

Kentucky’s ADDs don’t just plan for the future; they help shape it. From improving access to health care and vital community services to supporting infrastructure, housing, and workforce development, their work strengthens the foundation of rural life.

Your leadership and collaboration make Kentucky more resilient, connected, and healthy. 💛💚

Thank you, Kentucky ADDs, for all you do to move rural communities forward!

11/13/2025

Our countdown to November 20 continues with a big shoutout to Kentucky’s Federally Qualified Health Centers (FQHCs) and to the incredible teams at the Kentucky Primary Care Association (KPCA) and the Kentucky Health Center Network (KHCN)! 💙🏥

From routine checkups to urgent care, FQHCs ensure that rural Kentuckians have access to care that’s affordable, compassionate, and close to home. Behind every clinic are dedicated providers and staff who go above and beyond every day, supported by KPCA and KHCN, whose advocacy, innovation, and leadership help keep these health centers strong. 🙌

💛💚 Today, we say THANK YOU to every FQHC, KPCA, and KHCN team member for your unwavering commitment to the health and wellness of Kentucky’s rural communities. You are true rural health heroes! 🌟

11/13/2025

As we continue our countdown to on Nov. 20, we’re spotlighting the Kentucky Association of Counties - KACo for its vital role in strengthening Kentucky’s rural communities. 💙🏛️

From supporting county leaders and advocating for resources to improving local infrastructure, public safety, and emergency services, KACo’s work directly impacts the health and well-being of rural Kentuckians. Strong counties mean stronger hospitals, safer roads, and healthier communities. 🌿

Thank you, KACo, for your partnership and commitment to ensuring every county has what it needs to help its residents thrive. Together, we’re building a healthier, more resilient Kentucky. 💛💚

11/11/2025

💙 is almost here—November 20! 🎉

Today, we’re celebrating the heartbeat of our communities: Kentucky’s rural hospitals, Critical Access Hospitals (CAHs), and Rural Emergency Hospitals (REHs)! 🏥You provide care, comfort, and hope every single day, often with limited resources but unlimited dedication. From life-saving emergencies to everyday care, you’re always there when Kentucky needs you most.

🌟 A special shoutout to the Kentucky Hospital Association (KHA) for standing alongside our rural hospitals through advocacy, leadership, and support. 🙌

To every doctor, nurse, technician, and hospital staff member—thank you for your compassion, commitment, and heart. You’re not just health care providers, you’re community heroes and the lifeline of rural Kentucky! 💛💚

11/11/2025

We’re continuing our countdown to on Nov. 20 by celebrating the incredible Community Health Workers (CHWs) who make a difference every day across the Commonwealth! 💙

From our friends at the Kentucky Association of Community Health Workers and Kentucky Homeplace to CHWs serving in clinics, health departments, and communities statewide—you are the bridge between care and connection for so many rural Kentuckians. 🌿

💛💚Thank you for your compassion, dedication, and commitment to helping people navigate healthcare, access vital resources, and build healthier lives. Kentucky is stronger because of you!

11/05/2025

11/05/2025

💡 Did you know? Hospitals exploring Rural Emergency Hospital (REH) designation can access free technical assistance through the Rural Health Redesign Center (RHRC)!

👉 RHRC helps hospitals understand REH requirements, assess financial and operational impacts, and navigate the transition process, all at no cost.

Why does this matter? REH designation can help sustain access to emergency care and essential outpatient services in rural communities.

🏥 Learn more or request assistance: https://rhrco.org/reh/

📩 Questions? Reach out to our office at matt.coleman@uky.edu

11/05/2025

💙 We’re keeping the 2025 National Rural Health Day countdown going strong as we head toward November 20!

🏥 Today, we’re celebrating the UK Center of Excellence in Rural Health for its ongoing commitment to Kentucky’s rural communities. From collaborating in impactful health care research to training future providers and supporting rural hospitals and clinics, UK CERH continues to be a driving force for healthier, stronger communities across the Commonwealth.

Thank you, UK CERH, for your unwavering dedication to bridging gaps in care, empowering local leaders, and uplifting our rural health heroes! 💛💚

11/05/2025

🎉Today we begin the countdown to 2025 — happening Thursday, November 20! ⏰ This is our day to celebrate the strength, resilience, and innovation of rural communities and the health care heroes who serve them. 🩺💙

Rural health care thrives because of the dedicated professionals who bring quality care, compassion, and connection to every corner of our communities. The is real!

A huge shout-out to NOSORH for their unwavering support and advocacy, ensuring our State Offices of Rural Health and rural stakeholders have the resources and recognition they deserve. 👏👏👏

💚💛Let’s amplify the voices of rural health champions and keep pushing the movement forward!