Rural Medical Centers Adjust To Meet Farm Workers' Needs

The video discusses the impact of COVID-19 on essential workers, particularly farm workers, and the challenges faced by health clinics due to funding cuts and closures. It highlights the adaptations made by health centers, such as telehealth and outreach efforts, to continue providing care. The video also emphasizes the innovative responses to the pandemic and the importance of filling gaps to ensure clinic sustainability.

Which group of workers is highlighted as essential for sustaining the nation's food supply during the pandemic?

• Medical staff

• Farm workers

• First responders

• Cleaning crews

What was a significant challenge faced by rural health centers during the pandemic?

• Shortage of medical supplies

• Lack of medical staff

• Increased number of patients

• Limited access to testing

How did Mary Zelazny's health centers adapt to the pandemic?

• By increasing staff

• By closing some centers

• By reducing patient visits

• By implementing drive-through testing

What was a major barrier to telehealth implementation in rural communities?

• High cost of technology

• Limited broadband access

• Patient resistance

• Lack of trained staff

What innovative approach did Intercare Community Health Network use to reach farm workers?

• Home visits

• Mobile medical units

• Online health portals

• Telephonic consultations

What was a common response of health centers to the challenges posed by COVID-19?

• Hiring more staff

• Reducing operational hours

• Increasing patient fees

• Adapting quickly to fill service gaps

What was the primary focus of health centers' outreach efforts during the pandemic?

• Offering educational programs

• Distributing food supplies

• Conducting health screenings

• Providing financial aid