This Podcast highlights the rural healthcare center established by Northern Michigan University (NMU) and its impact on the rural population who reside in the upper peninsula of Michigan. Former Director James K. Haveman of the Michigan Department of Community Health under two Governors, and Elise Bur the Director of the Center discuss the evolution of the NMU Rural Healthcare Center and its impact on providing determinants of health to a unique patient population.

This Podcast highlights the rural healthcare center established by Northern Michigan University (NMU) and its impact on the rural population who reside in the upper peninsula of Michigan. Former Director James K. Haveman of the Michigan Department of Community Health under two Governors, and Elise Bur the Director of the Center discuss the evolution of the NMU Rural Healthcare Center and its impact on providing determinants of health to a unique patient population.

Multiple Chronic Conditions (MCC) means that a person is living with two or more chronic conditions at the same time. Currently, 1 out of 3 adult Americans have MCCs and for persons 65 and older 4 out of 5 Medicare Beneficiaries and a growing number of children have MCCs. This is the largest patient population and users of healthcare resources accounting for 64% of all clinician visits, 70% of all inpatient stays, 83% of all prescriptions, 71% of all healthcare spending, and 93% of Medicare spending.

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Multiple Chronic Conditions (MCC) means that a person is living with two or more chronic conditions at the same time. Currently, 1 out of 3 adult Americans have MCCs and for persons 65 and older 4 out of 5 Medicare Beneficiaries and a growing number of children have MCCs. This is the largest patient population and users of healthcare resources accounting for 64% of all clinician visits, 70% of all inpatient stays, 83% of all prescriptions, 71% of all healthcare spending, and 93% of Medicare spending.
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HealthCom Media is a leading healthcare information and content development company with a record of excellence in integrated marketing solutions that reach 3 million healthcare professionals each year.
We’re the official media partner of the American Nurse Journal, the official journal of the American Nurses Association (ANA), Nurse Practitioners in Women’s Healthcare (NPWH/NPs), and the American Association of Nurse Anesthetists (AANA/CRNAs).
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HealthCom Media is a leading healthcare information and content development company with a record of excellence in integrated marketing solutions that reach 3 million healthcare professionals each year.

We’re the official media partner of the American Nurse Journal, the official journal of the American Nurses Association (ANA), Nurse Practitioners in Women’s Healthcare (NPWH/NPs), and the American Association of Nurse Anesthetists (AANA/CRNAs).

HealthCom Media is a leading healthcare information and content development company with a record of excellence in integrated marketing solutions that reach 3 million healthcare professionals each year.
We’re the official media partner of the American Nurse Journal, the official journal of the American Nurses Association (ANA), Nurse Practitioners in Women’s Healthcare (NPWH/NPs), and the American Association of Nurse Anesthetists (AANA/CRNAs).

MCCRC Podcast: Determinants of Health in Rural Healthcare

Rosa Hart, a stroke certified registered nurse with the American Association of Neuroscience Nurses, describes new updates from the America Heart Association and the American Stroke Association’s January release of the 2026 Guideline for the Early Management of Patients with Acute Ischemic Stroke. This guideline replaces the 2018-2019 guideline and updates. In the same month the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention identified the top 5 causes of mortality in the United States and identified stroke as the 5th cause of death in the country. Stroke contributes to over 162,000 deaths annually and accounts for approximately 1 in 6 deaths from cardiovascular disease. It is one of the leading causes of long-term disability, occurring on average every 40 seconds.

Rosa Hart, a stroke certified registered nurse with the American Association of Neuroscience Nurses, describes new updates from the America Heart Association and the American Stroke Association&rsquo;s January release of the 2026 Guideline for the Early Management of Patients with Acute Ischemic Stroke. This guideline replaces the 2018-2019 guideline and updates. In the same month the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention identified the top 5 causes of mortality in the United States and identified stroke as the 5th cause of death in the country. Stroke contributes to over 162,000 deaths annually and accounts for approximately 1 in 6 deaths from cardiovascular disease. It is one of the leading causes of long-term disability, occurring on average every 40 seconds.

Update from the 2026 Guideline for the Early Management of Patients with Acute Ischemic Stroke

In the premiere episode of Beyond the Bedside, INA President Dawn Bowker introduces the vision behind the podcast and explores how nurses are charting new paths across healthcare. From leadership and advocacy to education and innovation, this episode highlights the expanding influence of nurses throughout Iowa. Listeners will learn about the Iowa Nurses Association’s evolving priorities, future initiatives, and commitment to supporting nurses at every stage of their careers while inspiring them to imagine new possibilities beyond traditional roles.

In the premiere episode of Beyond the Bedside, INA President Dawn Bowker introduces the vision behind the podcast and explores how nurses are charting new paths across healthcare. From leadership and advocacy to education and innovation, this episode highlights the expanding influence of nurses throughout Iowa. Listeners will learn about the Iowa Nurses Association&rsquo;s evolving priorities, future initiatives, and commitment to supporting nurses at every stage of their careers while inspiring them to imagine new possibilities beyond traditional roles.

EPISODE #1 -  Beside the Bedside: Charting New Paths

Syphilis, HIV and HCV pose significant health risks for women, often with long-term medical implications. Challenges in diagnosis and treatment persist along with a lack of awareness and understanding of women’s symptoms. This webinar will explore how rapid point-of-care testing is a critical tool in helping improve women's health outcomes.

Learning Objectives: 
Understand the burden of syphilis, HIV and HCV in women
Discuss the benefits of rapid point-of-care tests, including prompt linkage to care
Explore use cases and effective strategies for integrating rapid syphilis, HIV and HCV testing into practice

Syphilis, HIV and HCV pose significant health risks for women, often with long-term medical implications. Challenges in diagnosis and treatment persist along with a lack of awareness and understanding of women&rsquo;s symptoms. This webinar will explore how rapid point-of-care testing is a critical tool in helping improve women's health outcomes.
Learning Objectives:&nbsp;
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<li>Understand the burden of syphilis, HIV and HCV in women</li>
<li>Discuss the benefits of rapid point-of-care tests, including prompt linkage to care</li>
<li>Explore use cases and effective strategies for integrating rapid syphilis, HIV and HCV testing into practice</li>
</ul>

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