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Across many rural communities, including in West Texas, challenges accessing healthcare is a daily reality – from long travel distances and provider shortages to gaps in specialty care. That’s why we convened local providers, patient groups and national partners for a Permian Basin Rural Health Summit where we listened, learned and co-created practical solutions. And this isn’t a one-time conversation. It’s part of our ongoing effort to support long-term, sustainable progress so more people living in rural communities can reliably access the care they need. As healthcare market executive director Donishea Martinez puts it, “We believe that where you live should not determine how long you live.” A huge thanks to our local partners for making this event, and more importantly, efforts to advance a more accessible healthcare system, possible: Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center, Texas Oncology, Odessa Regional Medical Center, Midland Memorial Hospital. Learn more below.