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Public Health Service Act

The main federal law that authorizes a wide variety of public health programs and activities in the United States.

Grants

Money given by the government to an organization for a specific purpose, which typically does not need to be repaid.

Medically underserved area

A geographic area or population group with too few primary care providers, high infant mortality, high poverty, or a high percentage of elderly people.

Health professional shortage area

Areas or population groups that have a shortage of healthcare professionals, such as doctors, dentists, or mental health providers.

HRSA (Health Resources and Services Administration)

An agency of the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services that aims to improve health and achieve health equity through access to quality services, a skilled health workforce, and innovative programs.

Preceptors

Experienced professionals who provide training and supervision to students in a practical, clinical setting.

Disadvantaged backgrounds

Refers to individuals who come from a social, economic, or educational environment that has hindered them in obtaining a knowledge, skills, and abilities ordinarily needed to enroll in and graduate from a health professions school.