Athens, WV (WOAY) – Concord University will host “Bridging Rural Communities: Telehealth Innovations for Appalachia and Beyond,” a free, full-day event on Friday, August 1.
The conference will take place from 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM at University Point.
This event is for health professionals, social workers, community advocates, caregivers, and anyone working to expand access to care in rural areas.
Dive into TED-style talks, expert panels, and hands-on sessions that explore real-world solutions for Appalachia’s most pressing health challenges, such as mental health, diabetes, substance use disorder, and more.
There will also be collaborative discussions to help shape a future report in the Journal of Appalachian Health.
Topics include digital literacy, broadband access, workforce training, and effective communication strategies.
Lunch, beverages, registration, and continuing education credits are all included at no cost.
Secure your spot today at BridgingRuralCommunities.org.
For more information, contact Dr. Shawn Allen at rallen@concord.edu or Dr. Samantha Byrd at sbyrd@concord.edu.
