Study Reveals Disparities in Preventable Premature Deaths Across Rural and Urban Areas
Residents of rural areas in noncore counties in the state of Oklahoma experienced alarming rates of preventable premature deaths during a recent study period. Disparities in premature deaths between rural and urban areas varied by the cause of death, showcasing a need for targeted interventions based on demographic factors such as race and ethnicity. Specifically, areas with higher populations of Black, African American, American Indian, or Alaska Native individuals showed the highest rates of premature …