Western Kentucky University

Institute for Rural Health Development & Research

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IRHDR

Our Mission

To steward a high quality of life for rural populations and underserved areas: by engaging students and faculty in service learning and research; by providing clinical services; and by serving as a global resource for improving health in rural communities. 

 

Our Objectives

  • To participate in the education of future health professionals by engaging WKU students in service learning and multi-disciplinary activities within a diverse patient population.
  • Improve oral health status of residents living within WKU’s regional service area by providing services at selected locations.
  • Improve health and wellness status of residents living within WKU’s regional service area by providing services at selected locations.

Location

1906 College Heights Blvd. #21038
Academic Complex 201
Bowling Green, KY 42101
 

Contact

270-745-6948
stacey.forsythe@wku.edu

 

 

 
 

 

 

Mobile Health and Wellness Unit

February 9 - Bowling Green Towers

February 14 - Sheldon's Pharmacy

February 16 - Bowling Green Housing Authority

February 21 - Bowling Green Housing Authority

February 23 - Franklin Senior Center

February 28 - Health and Wellness Center

Mobile Dental Health Unit

January 30 - Oakland Elem.

February 1 - Plano Elem.

February 6 - South Edmonson Elem.

February 8 - South Edmonson Elem.

February 9 - Mennonite Community

February 13 - Kyrock Elem.

February 14 - RDC Headstart

February 15 - Kyrock Elem.

February 21 - RDC Headstart

February 22 - Natcher Elem.

February 23 - Bowling Green Housing Authority

February 27 - Rockfield Elem.

February 28 - PEDO Day @ WKU

February 29 - Rockfield Elem.

 Last Modified 1/27/12