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How Is The Boom In Telemedicine Helping Mental Health Patients In Idaho?

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Over the last eight months, we’ve talked often about the mental health issues that folks are experiencing during the pandemic. Many people are accessing mental health care for the first time during COVID-19, using video chat and telehealth options that weren’t as widely available before. 

Telehealth in general has boomed due to COVID-19, but when it comes to mental health, how has getting treatment over a screen worked? According to Madelyn Beck with the Mountain West News Bureau, reviews are mixed. 

As COVID-19 cases spread through the U.S. and Idaho, we’re committed to keeping you updated and informed. You can get updated info on cases, closures and how to stay healthy at any time on our Coronavirus news blog.

 

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Frankie Barnhill was the Senior Producer of Idaho Matters, Boise State Public Radio's daily show and podcast.
Madelyn Beck was Boise State Public Radio's regional reporter with the Mountain West News Bureau.

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