Telehealth Research & Developments
Telehealth is the use of information and telecommunications technology to support long-distance clinical healthcare, patient and professional health education, public health, and health administration.
As part of its mission to identify innovative solutions to expand broadband access, adoption, and use, Connected Nation is committed to exploring how telehealth can improve lives. On this page you’ll find the latest research, ideas, and improvements surrounding telemedicine and its related technologies.
Healthcare From Anywhere: Telehealth Use & Perceptions in Rural Michigan

Connected Nation (CN), through its state program Connected Nation Michigan (CN Michigan), released a groundbreaking study in March 2020 that closely examines the use and perceptions of telehealth in rural areas.
Researchers found, among other things, the highest ratios in the country of patients per doctor, a lower-than-average life expectancy, and a higher-than-average rate of preventable hospital stays than the rest of the country.
Click here for the press release which provides a summary of the study.
Latest Telehealth News
Wham! Connected Nation’s greatest hits of 2020
Blog, Digital Inclusion, Education, In the News, Mapping & Analysis, News Bits, Telehealth, broadband mapping, CN Michigan, CN Ohio, CN Texas, Connect K-12, Connected, Connected Nation, Connected Nation Texas, Digital Works, Education, MEDC, Michigan, Remote Learning, telehealth, telemedicine, teleworkBy Jessica Denson, Communications DirectorConnected Nation Bowling Green, KY (December 14, 2020) – Every year, during the holidays, my friends circulate this ridiculous challenge — try not to be “Whammed!” Basically, the person w...
Connected Nation Michigan Provides Answers to Telehealth Questions, Concerns as Use Surges During Pandemic
In the News, News Bits, Press Releases, Telehealth, Connected Nation, Connected Nation Michigan, free resources, telehealth, telehealth resources, telemedicineLansing, MI. (December 2, 2020) – Connected Nation Michigan (CN Michigan) is offering FREE telehealth resources to help individuals and families navigate options offered by their doctor’s offices and area hospitals. These include an...
FCC’s Connected Care Pilot Program Application Window To Open On November 6
fcc, In the News, News Bits, Press Releases, Telehealth, Connected Care Pilot Program, Connected Nation, FCC, Federal Communications Commission, telehealth, telemedicineThe following is a press release issued by the FCC on November 5, 2020 Media Contact:Katie Gorscak, (202) 418-2156katie.gorscak@fcc.gov Public Notice Outlines Application Submission Process and Eligible Services WASHINGTON, November 5, 2...
Getting Started With Telemedicine – Virtual Appointments
Blog, Digital Inclusion, Telehealth, Digital Inclusion, Digital Inclusion Week, telehealth, telemedicine, VideoLexington, Ky (October 9, 2020) – Telemedicine is transforming how we interact with our doctors. You now have access to medical care from the comfort of your home using virtual or online consultations. Using your phone, tablet or a compu...
Rep. Four Price on Why Broadband Access is Critical for All
Blog, Digital Inclusion, state-by-state, Telehealth, broadband, broadband expansion, Rep. Four Price, Rural Broadband, telehealth, telemedicine, Texas“There is no part of our daily existence that is not impacted in some way [by broadband]…it’s as important to us as it’s ever been.” Connected Nation Texas recently asked Rep. Four Price (R-Amarillo) and other lawmakers to shar...
Other Telehealth Research & News
Telehealth is One Tool for Preventing the Spread of Coronavirus
Market to Reach Growth of 14.9% by 2026
Video Chats With Doctors Can Save Lives in Rural Areas
How Telemedicine Can Solve the U.S. Rural Health Crisis
Navy Medicine: A Strategic Roadmap for Implementing a Virtual Mental Health Program
A Growing Number of Veterans Used VA Telehealth Services in 2019
Growth of Telemedicine Slowed by Internet Access Challenge
How Telemedicine Can Make Older Adults Healthier - and May Improve Their Life Expectancy
Growth of Telemedicine Slowed by Internet Access, Insurance Billing for Indiana
