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Commerce Department Funds Telehealth Networks

Projects in California and Georgia are among recipients of $482.4 million in grants to boost economic growth, create jobs, and improve healthcare through broadband infrastructure.

InformationWeek
Sep 16, 2010

Image Gallery: Wireless Telehealth Brings Medical Help To Those In Need
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Telehealth networks in California and Georgia have received funding to improve and expand their broadband infrastructure, which will help these states bridge the technological divide in healthcare delivery.

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