Establishes a pilot program to deploy virtual health hubs in rural communities to improve access to health services.
The bill establishes the Virtual Health Hub for Rural Communities Pilot Program, which aims to expand access to health services for farmworkers in rural communities. The State Department of Public Health will award grants to partnerships of community-based organizations to establish and deploy virtual health hubs, which are equipped with computers, Wi-Fi, and exam rooms for telemedicine. The program will provide virtual connections to health care providers, mental health services, and educational services.
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