COVID made shortages of doctors and nurses even worse. Rural hospitals still struggle

The U.S. already faced shortages in its health care workforce, then the pandemic spurred even more doctors and nurses to retire or leave hospital jobs. Filling those vacancies is a challenge.

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Mar 14, 2025 - 03:09
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COVID made shortages of doctors and nurses even worse. Rural hospitals still struggle
Keokuk County Hospital needs three physicians to staff its emergency room, but currently has just two. The hospital is seeking to hire a third full-time doctor to work in the ER and help treat patients at the 14-bed facility.

The U.S. already faced shortages in its health care workforce, then the pandemic spurred even more doctors and nurses to retire or leave hospital jobs. Filling those vacancies is a challenge.

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