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The Journal of Rural Health, 06/25/09
Kirkbride K et al. - Rural areas with no RHC had significantly lower rates of HbA1c testing, lipid profiles, and eye exams than urban areas. Rural areas with at least 1 RHC had significantly higher rates for lipid profiles and eye exams than other rural areas. No significant differences were detected in testing rates between rural areas with an RHC present and urban areas. RHCs in rural Oregon were associated with higher rates of recommended primary care for diabetes, consistent with the intent of the policy intervention.
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