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Target 7: Radford University tries new approach to help rural healthcare crisis

Mitch CarrJune 15, 2026

Radford University tackles rural healthcare shortages with mobile clinic and record 350 nursing graduates aimed at Southwest Virginia communities.

Radford University is addressing rural healthcare shortages in Southwest Virginia through a mobile health clinic provided by Anthem and a record-graduating class of nearly 350 nurses. The university's College of Nursing, now its largest college, is working to place graduates in rural communities. President Bret Danilowicz aims to use this as proof of concept to secure federal funding for broader rural health initiatives.