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Heart Association Extends Rural Health Program to Combat Healthcare Disparities

American Heart Association extends Rural Health Care Outcomes Accelerator through 2028 to address rural healthcare disparities and improve cardiovascular care in underserved communities.

This initiative addresses critical healthcare inequities affecting millions of Americans in rural areas who face significantly worse cardiovascular outcomes and shorter lifespans. The program's expansion means more rural hospitals can implement evidence-based care protocols without financial barriers, potentially saving countless lives and reducing the three-year life expectancy gap between rural and urban populations. For rural communities that often lack specialized medical resources, this represents a vital step toward equitable healthcare access and improved quality of life.