Home Health Care News December 2, 2024
Living in an urban area typically offers greater access to a wider range of home care services than living in a rural area. Urban residents generally have more choices regarding providers and facilities, while those in rural areas face challenges such as longer travel distances, limited provider availability and potential concerns about the quality of care.
Research from the South Carolina Rural Health Research & Policy Center indicates that rural home health patients are more likely to be severely ill or in fragile condition. They also have more risk factors for hospitalization, often need respiratory therapies and may require treatment for surgical wounds.
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