ETSU Center for Rural Health and Research

Today, Dr. Qian Huang will speak at NCSL's Multisector Approaches to Aging Meeting in Milwaukee on how state legislators can leverage data to support healthy aging. The presentation will also highlight the Tennessee Multi-Sector Plan for Aging Data Dashboard V2.

The 2026 ETSU Health Annual Report is now available! This year’s issue spotlights the people and programs advancing health across Appalachia — from patient care and clinical progress to innovative training and research within ETSU’s Academic Health Sciences Center.

Explore the stories and see how ETSU Health is making an impact in our region and beyond at http://bit.ly/4a5r4aP

Join ETSU Center for Rural Health Research Director Michael Meit tomorrow at the Appalachian Regional Commission Annual Meeting in Starkville, Mississippi.

🗓 Wednesday
🕚 11:00 a.m. CDT
📍 Dunn Room, The Mill

The presentation will explore how seven regional public colleges and universities are collaborating through the RPCU Central Appalachia Health Consortium to address healthcare workforce shortages in communities across Central Appalachia. Attendees will learn how partnerships between higher education institutions and healthcare organizations are helping strengthen workforce pipelines, improve access to care, and support regional economic growth.

We hope to see you there!

CRHR's Dr. Kayla Alvis will present Sunday morning at the AcademyHealth Annual Research Meeting in Seattle. Hosted by the Public Health Services and Systems Research Interest Group, this panel session will feature research on public health system capacity and recent workforce shifts.

🕤 9:30 a.m. PDT
📍 Room 605–606

The CDC Tick Bite Tracker is reporting higher-than-normal emergency room visits for tick bites in many regions of the U.S.

As summer brings more time outdoors—from hiking and camping to gardening and yard work—it's important to take steps to prevent tick bites. Use insect repellent, wear protective clothing, and check yourself, children, and pets for ticks after spending time outside.

If you find an attached tick, remove it promptly. Early removal can help reduce the risk of Lyme disease.

Dr. Qian Huang had some great sessions at NRHA yesterday. We're looking forward to more great presentations from our team today!