Introduction The HRSA Data Warehouse website provides access to health resources data, information, and tools for public use. This paper presents an overview of the HRSA Data Warehouse website activity, including a review of its features and tools. The paper analyzes the data sets found on the website and their relevance to nursing practice.
Website Overview The HRSA Data Warehouse website is a comprehensive database of public health resources and data. The website provides users with tools to search, analyze, and visualize the data. The website’s features include a Health Center Locator Tool, Data by Geography Tool, HRSA Fact Sheets Tool, and the ability to access HRSA program resources for HIV/AIDS.
Health Center Locator Tool The Health Center Locator Tool is a useful feature of the HRSA Data Warehouse website. The tool allows users to search for health centers in their area by entering their zip code, city, or state. The tool provides information on the health center’s address, phone number, and the services offered.
Data by Geography Tool The Data by Geography Tool provides users with the ability to search for health resources data by geographic location. Users can select the state, county, or congressional district they are interested in and access data on health centers, funding, and other relevant data.
HRSA Fact Sheets Tool The HRSA Fact Sheets Tool provides users with a quick overview of HRSA’s activities in HHS regions, states, counties, and congressional districts. The tool provides information on the number of health centers, funding, and other relevant data.
Analysis Using the Data by Geography Tool, Clark County, Nevada, had ten HRSA-funded health centers. Comparing the county’s data to the HRSA Fact Sheets Tool, Nevada had a total of 38 health centers, ranking it 28th in the nation. In contrast, Clark County was ranked 45th in the nation, indicating that it has a lower number of health centers than the state average. Additionally, Nevada had a higher number of patients served, indicating a higher need for health resources in the state.
Using the Data by Geography Tool again, Florida’s Broward County had 16 HRSA-funded health centers, which is higher than the state average of 13. Comparing Broward County’s data to the HRSA Fact Sheets Tool, Florida had a total of 516 health centers, ranking it 7th in the nation. Broward County was ranked 11th in the state, indicating that it has a higher number of health centers than the state average.
HRSA program resources for HIV/AIDS in Broward County, Florida, include the Ryan White HIV/AIDS Program and the AIDS Education and Training Centers (AETCs). The Ryan White HIV/AIDS Program provides services to people living with HIV/AIDS, including medical care, medication, and support services. The AETCs provide education and training to healthcare providers to improve HIV/AIDS care and treatment.
Conclusion The HRSA Data Warehouse website is a useful tool for nursing professionals as it provides access to health resources data and information on HRSA-funded health centers. Nurses can use the website to identify health resources in their community, learn about funding opportunities, and access information on health disparities. The website’s tools can be used to inform research and clinical practice, improving patient care and outcomes.