Instead, people are investing in material things, such as boats or new homes, when they do not even have the money in the bank to buy these things now. In the end, it seemed America offers the best medical healthcare in the world, but only to those who possess great healthcare coverage. Panelists included Ms. Pauline Clancy, Councilwoman at Vacaville City Hall, and Ms. Denise Yuponce of Eskaton Village Senior Connection. Mr. John Kehoe, Executive Director of the California Commission on Aging, provided the overview. Ms. Sandy Smoley provided an overview to the rural health panel, sharing her expertise as a nurse and former Secretary of Health and Welfare for the State of California.
Rural health possesses different problems such as being far away from healthcare facilities.
Often ambulances are used for minor events, taking them away from their emergency intent and adding a high cost. Telemedicine is helping alleviate the system, although it is still not ideal. The challenge of obtaining and keeping healthcare workers in rural areas is hard. Often urban areas provide more money, education, and cultural opportunities. Rural areas sometimes make these healthcare providers feel like they are alone.