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Press ReleaseNeutral2026-09-17

Bringing More Doctors and Nurses to Rural Communities

Tom Barrett
Tom Barrett
RMI-7 · Representative
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This press release from Representative Tom Barrett (R-MI) was published on 2026-09-17 and titled "Bringing More Doctors and Nurses to Rural Communities".

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Bringing More Doctors and Nurses to Rural Communities

Bringing More Doctors and Nurses to Rural Communities Where you live should never be a barrier to accessing quality health care. However, many of our rural communities don’t have enough doctors and nurses to provide essential care for the local residents who need it. Approximately 61% of federally designated Health Professional Shortage Areas are in rural communities, including in Michigan. Jeremiah.Ward@… Thu, 09/17/2026 - 09:29 September 17, 2026
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