COVID's Impact On Rural America

The video discusses the higher COVID mortality rates in rural areas compared to urban areas, highlighting factors such as older populations, lower vaccination rates, and healthcare access issues. It addresses vaccine hesitancy driven by misinformation and politics, and the impact of healthcare staffing shortages, particularly in rural hospitals. The potential of new COVID treatments, like a pill from Merck, is also explored as a possible solution to vaccine hesitancy.

In what ways have staffing shortages in rural hospitals impacted patient care during the pandemic?

What potential solutions could address the issues faced by rural hospitals during the COVID-19 pandemic?