Center for Rural Health and Primary Care Advisory Committee

In 1989 legislative session the Office of Rural Health Advisory Committee was created. Then in 1994 it expanded to the Center for Rural Health and Primary Care Advisory Committee.

Iowa Code

• Chapter 135.107 - Center for Rural Health and Primary Care

The Center for Rural Health and Primary Care Advisory Committee was established to assist the Center for Rural Health and Primary Care to facilitate and advocate for access to quality rural health services through coordinated, collaborative efforts. The Advisory Committee members provide broad-based input from throughout the state regarding rural health issues in Iowa and insure that the issues are addressed in a timely manner.

The goals of the Advisory Committee are:

To provide broad-based representation for rural health services.
To inform the Legislature and the Center for Rural Health and Primary Care regarding health care needs of rural communities.
To advise on health care education issues affecting rural communities.
To advocate for and facilitate access to:
Emergency medical service
Health care facilities
Physicals and examinations that include medical and oral health care.
Mental health care
Prevention education
Oral health prevention and access

Annual Report

The Iowa Center for Rural Health and Primary Care Report makes available state data, national information, Iowa stories, and program information affecting medically underserved and rural areas. The report offers many links and resources.
Iowa's Center for Agricultural Safety and health (I-CASH) Annual Report
Iowa's Center for Agricultural Safety and Health (I-CASH) released and posted their 2011 Annual Report. I-CASH is "A partnership of: The University of Iowa, Iowa State University, Iowa Department of Public Health, Iowa Department of Agriculture and Land Stewardship. The Mission of I-CASH is to enhance the health and safety of Iowa's agricultural community by establishing and coordinating prevention and education programs.

Meeting Schedule

The Center for Rural Health and Primary Care Advisory Committee typically meets in the following months: February, June, September, and December. The location for the meeting varies. The committee meeting begins at 9:30 a.m. and typically ends at 2:30 p.m.. For the next scheduled meeting date, times, and location, please contact the Bureau of Health Care Access at (800) 308-5986.

2012 Center for Rural Health and Primary Care Advisory Commitee Meeting Schedule

2012 Legislative Breakfast

One of the goals of the Advisory Committee is to inform members of the Iowa General Assembly regarding rural health and primary health care needs of rural communities.

Committee Members

Center for Rural Health and Primary Care Advisory Committee Members

Meeting Agendas

Meeting Minutes

Contact Information:

Iowa Dept of Public Health
321 East 12 St., 4th fl. Lucas Bldg
Des Moines, IA 50319
(515) 233-2831
(800) 308-5986
FAX (515) 242-6384