Wisconsin Office of Rural Health

EMS Week 2026 Proclamation EMS Week 2026 Proclamation

Happy National Hospital Week!

🏥 It’s National Hospital Week, and we’re celebrating Wisconsin hospitals and health systems and the care, compassion and community support they provide every day. Healing Happens Here — from lifesaving care at the bedside to the many ways hospitals strengthen the communities they serve. Follow along this week as we highlight the many ways hospitals support our communities, because when Hospitals Save Lives, Communities Thrive.
Learn more ➡️ www.wha.org/Hospital-Week

We're hiring! 🔎Apply by May 17!

📢 Now Hiring: Communications Manager

Wisconsin AHEC (Area Health Education Centers) and the Wisconsin Office of Rural Health are seeking a talented Communications Manager to lead statewide messaging that amplifies health equity and rural health work. This shared role offers the opportunity to shape communication strategies, tell compelling stories, and collaborate with partners across Wisconsin. Ideal candidates are creative, adaptable communicators who thrive in mission‑driven environments and enjoy managing projects, building relationships, and elevating public health impact. Learn more and apply by May 17: https://jobs.wisc.edu/jobs/communications-manager-madison-wisconsin-united-states

It's great to hear about this work being done around transportation access in Waupaca County!

Collaborating for Transportation Access in Rural Communities - The Rural Monitor With the help of the nonprofit Feonix – Mobility Rising, Waupaca County Catch a Ride in Wisconsin and the Transportation Rx program in South Texas are working to improve transportation in their rural communities and thus increase people's access to employment, healthcare, food, and other needs.

Register soon for the first responder peer support training!

Details and registration: https://pffwcf.networkforgood.com/events/94654-antigo-peer-support-training?fbclid=IwY2xjawRLQMBleHRuA2FlbQIxMABicmlkETFORmh6WHdYMk9RMjMwNkxXc3J0YwZhcHBfaWQQMjIyMDM5MTc4ODIwMDg5MgABHrWuljmu1EzvCdc0kooacjjJy5KqLIvLp97g-QY4ma_kJtU4FFJvt0tdlEuI_aem_aMi_M5gGV4wTDHha698f6g

Registration Closes Thursday!

Spots are still available in our Antigo Peer Support and Group Crisis Intervention class.

Congratulations SSM Health St. Clare Hospital - Baraboo!

NRHA is pleased to announce the 20 highest-ranked PPS hospitals in the country based on an evaluation by the Chartis Center for Rural Health. Check out the full list of winners: https://www.ruralhealth.us/blogs/2026/03-march/2026-top-20-rural-and-community-hospitals-announced

Tomorrow! Learn ways to reduce student loan debt while serving communities in Wisconsin.❤️

📢 Don’t miss the final webinar in our series!

Join us March 20 | 12–1 PM CST to learn about health profession scholarships and loan repayment programs that can help support your education and career.

Experts from the Wisconsin Department of Health Services, Wisconsin Office of Rural Health, Wisconsin Primary Health Care Association, and Wisconsin Area Health Education Centers will share resources available to a wide range of health profession students and professionals.

💡 If you're looking for ways to reduce student loan debt while serving communities in Wisconsin, this session is for you!

🔗 Learn more and register: https://ahec.wisc.edu/loan-assistance/

Register for the final Health Profession Scholarships & Loan Assistance Programs webinar coming up on Friday, March 20!

🎓Unlock Funding for Your Health Career!
💰Spring 2026 Webinar Series | 3 Free Sessions

Are you a current or future health profession student? Learn how scholarships and loan assistance programs can help you pay for school and launch your career in Wisconsin.

This webinar series will cover:
✔ National Health Service Corps
✔ Health Professions Loan Assistance Program
✔ Rural Provider Loan Assistance Program

You’ll hear firsthand from past recipients about their experiences, application tips, and success stories—plus an open Q&A with Wisconsin program leaders.

📆Choose your date:
Jan 23 • Feb 18 • Mar 20

👉 Register now: ahec.wisc.edu/loan-assistance

Hosted by Wisconsin AHEC, Wisconsin Office of Rural Health, Wisconsin Primary Health Care Association, and Wisconsin Department of Health Services.

We love AHEC's Community Health Immersions! For pre-health college and health professions students interested in connecting with Wisconsin’s varied communities and cultures, check out these immersions all across the state!

The application is now OPEN for the Spring & Summer AHEC Community Health Immersion. This year we have really great options!

⚡Culture Shock: From City Streets to Country Roads | Milwaukee OR Ashland | April 16-19; Virtual April 14 & 21

🌲Rising Up: Paths to Healing in Rural Wisconsin | Rhinelander | April 30-May 2

🏠Housing IS Health | Menominee Nation | May 14-16

🎖VetsCare: Veteran Health and Wellness | Eau Claire | May 19-21

🗽From Roots to Routes: The Immigration Experience | Rock County/Beloit | May 19-22

Learn more and apply by March 29th at https://ahec.wisc.edu/community-health-immersion/.