Strategies: Rural Health

Evidence-informed programs, policies, and system changes to support rural communities in addressing their priorities and ensuring health and well-being for every community member. These solutions focus on strengthening current infrastructure, as well as employment, education, housing, and access to care.

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Naloxone education & distribution programs

Distribute Naloxone to trained community members and first responders to reverse opioid overdoses

Evidence Rating:
Scientifically Supported

Community Conditions

  • Alcohol and drug use

Societal Rules

  • Laws and policies

Syringe services programs

Provide sterile injection equipment and often other treatment and referral services to people who inject drugs; also called needle or syringe exchange programs and needle syringe programs

Evidence Rating:
Scientifically Supported

Community Conditions

  • Alcohol and drug use

Societal Rules

  • Laws and policies