February 2, 2026
MRHA Webinar: Needs Assessment and Statewide Data, February 19
Join Libby Trammell, LCSW, for an engaging and accessible walkthrough of the most recent statewide Rural Health Needs Assessment. This session will highlight key data trends impacting rural Missouri, from workforce shortages and access-to-care challenges to emerging demographic shifts shaping community health.
Participants will learn to identify the leading causes of death in rural communities and explore how these patterns reflect broader health disparities. The webinar will also break down the concept of Years of Potential Life Lost (YPLL), explaining what it measures, why it matters, and how it can guide planning, funding priorities, and local advocacy.
Who Should Attend:
- Healthcare researchers,
- Advocates, and
- Workers who are seeking to strengthen their understanding of rural health data for planning, communication, and improvement efforts.
Cost: Free
When: Thursday, February 19, 12:00 p.m. – 1:00 p.m.
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