Kansas Rural Health Association

01/15/2026

Primary care provider gaps, ranked by state.

"Millions of Americans struggle to access primary care, with some states facing severe shortages. See how each state ranks in meeting primary care needs, based

01/07/2026

We're so sad to learn about the closing of Rock Regional Hospital in Derby. Our thoughts and well-wishes go out to the patients, staff, providers and community.

11/21/2025

Happy National Rural Health Day! Today we celebrate the incredible healthcare professionals and community partners who make rural health care strong.

Grateful for such an important, engaging KHA Kansas Rural Health Symposium held in Hays, Kansas. KsRHA appreciates the opportunity to sponsor lunch and facilitate several engaging KsRHA roundtable discussions.

Thank you all who work tirelessly to keep rural America healthy! 💪

11/18/2025

CELEBRATING THE POWER OF RURAL
National Rural Health Day

The National Organization of State Offices of Rural Health sets aside the third Thursday of every November to celebrate National Rural Health Day.

National Rural Health Day (NRHD) is an opportunity to “Celebrate the Power of Rural” by honoring the selfless, community-minded spirit that prevails in rural America. NRHD showcases the efforts of rural healthcare providers, State Offices of Rural Health, and other rural stakeholders to address the unique healthcare challenges that rural citizens face today and into the future.

In honor of National Rural Health Day on Nov. 20, 2025, our office will offer the opportunity to vote online for the winners of the annual Rural Kansas Photography Contest (click photo below).

Sign-up for Photo Contest email alerts and a link to vote for the winners.

Join RHES and the state of Kansas in the celebration of National Rural Health Day

11/18/2025

Register now and plan to attend the Rural Health Symposium on November 20, 2025 at the Hilton Garden Inn Hays in Hays, KS!

Rural health care providers are constantly being faced with new challenges and fewer resources. The purpose of this symposium is to provide attendees with the skills, ideas and information necessary to survive in the rapidly changing world of rural health care.

Learn more and register here:

Register now and plan to attend the Rural Health Symposium on November 20, 2025 at the Hilton Garden Inn Hays in Hays, KS. Rural health care providers are constantly being faced with new challenges and fewer resources. The purpose of this symposium i

08/07/2025

Governor Laura Kelly today announced that $10.4 million will be invested in critical broadband initiatives through the Advancing Digital Opportunities to Connect Kansans (ADOPT) program. The Kansas Office of Broadband Development will partner with 18 organizations across the state to connect Kansans...

07/23/2025

Independence Community College (ICC) is proud to announce its participation in a groundbreaking new initiative in partnership with Kansas City University (KCU), designed to fast-track students from rural, medically underserved areas into careers in osteopathic medicine or dentistry. The KCU Rural He...

07/22/2025

Western Kansas is the place for a quiet, rural lifestyle. But with that comes shortages when you need to see a doctor. Many will drive an hour or more to receive quality health care. But some of the problems may not be easily fixed.

03/21/2025

Learn About Grant Eligibility Before applying, review our funding priorities and eligibility criteria to ensure your project aligns with our funding strategies. Register to the Grants Portal To begin the application process, register to create ...

03/19/2025

Want to help support 900 future health professionals?! Our expo registration is open, we are still sourcing hands-on and/or engaging break-out sessions, and have needs for event staff and judges. If you're interested, please email Tina, State Advisor, at [email protected].

03/19/2025

Sunflower-MOMS is part of the federal program RMOMS aiming to improve access to obstetrical care and reduce maternal mortality. The Kansas team includes faculty and staff from Wichita, Salina and Kansas City.

01/13/2025

Pleased to share that our friends with the Health Resources and Services Administration (HRSA) will be hosting an upcoming health workforce meeting on January 27th, a Grants 101 Workshop on January 28th, and also a maternal health meeting on January 29th in Independence, KS.

NOTE: These meetings are being offered in person only; there will not be a virtual option. You must register to attend the following meetings. More information is provided in the attachment below.