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Scam Protection Lecture - Oct. 30 (Siuslaw Library, Florence, OR)

By Victor Villegas on Oct. 25, 2024

Wednesday, October 30, 11am-12pm
Siuslaw Library - Bromley Room
1460 9th St, Florence, OR 97439

This session is specifically designed for vulnerable populations in our community, focusing on awareness and practical tips to help them protect themselves against being scammed over the phone or the internet.

  • Learn how to protect yourself from internet and phone scams.
  • Identify common scams
  • Three key rules to protect yourself
  • How to report scams

*This event is not sponsored or endorsed by the Siuslaw Public Library

Bridging the gap: Rural health care access and the crucial role of broadband infrastructure

By Mariana Guerrero on May 20, 2024

Access to quality health care is a fundamental right that should not be limited by geographic location. Yet, for the 46 million U.S. residents living in rural and underserved areas, health care access remains a significant challenge. One of the key factors exacerbating this issue is the lack of broadband infrastructure. Its absence can hinder the delivery of medical information and telemedicine services to these communities.