Three Years of Sharing Telehealth Information Has Been Released

 Three years ago, HRSA launched Telehealth.HHS.gov to provide resources for patients, providers, and policymakers. Also available in Spanish, the site stays up-to-date on funding, events, research, and licensure, as well as guidelines that help providers and patients get the most out of telehealth practices.

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