Georgia hospitals have received $93M in federal aid. However, a healthcare CEO believes this funding alone will not be enough to address the issues in rural areas. Faris Flournoy, CEO of Flournoy Health Systems, recalls the impact of a hospital closure in his hometown. He notes that the loss of a hospital can have life-altering consequences.

The closure of Hancock Memorial Hospital in 2001 left over 9,000 people without their closest hospital. Since 2013, 18 hospitals have closed statewide, and 22 more are currently at risk of shutting down. Further details on the situation and its implications are available from the source.