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Wolf Administration officials today visited Penn State Health’s vaccination clinic in Dauphin County to remind all Pennsylvanians to get vaccinated against COVID-19.

On National Healthcare Decisions Day, HAP and Pennsylvania hospitals encourage everyone to create advance care directives and take the time to talk with their loved ones about their wishes.

The Pennsylvania Department of Health (DOH) announced it is extending the pause in the administration of the Johnson & Johnson COVID-19 vaccine until April 24 or until it receives an updated recommendation from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) and Food and Drug Administration (FDA).

Racism is a serious public health threat, and the COVID-19 pandemic only has amplified the need to address concerning health disparities and inequities across America, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) said last week.

Pennsylvania’s COVID-19 vaccine providers have paused the use of the Johnson & Johnson COVID-19 vaccine as federal agencies review a rare and severe type of blood clotting reported in six cases among the 6.8 million people who have received the vaccine.

Starting tomorrow, Pennsylvanians 16 and older will be eligible to schedule a COVID-19 vaccine appointment, the Wolf administration announced today.

Since the COVID-19 vaccines became available in Pennsylvania, the state’s hospital community has administered more than 2.5 million doses. Throughout the initial rollout of the COVID-19 vaccine in Pennsylvania, the state’s hospital community has played a critical role, and their efforts are only increasing to meet the needs of Pennsylvanians.

During 2021, The Hospital and Healthsystem Association of Pennsylvania (HAP) proudly marks its centennial with a look back at 100 years of milestones, advocacy, and support for Pennsylvania’s hospitals.This week, HAP explores the 1940s, a decade that began with the grave challenges stemming from World War II and ended with hospital leaders preparing for the next construction boom.

HAP has joined a coalition of advocates urging the full Pennsylvania Superior Court to rehear arguments in a case that could upend a decade of legal precedent and dramatically change how damages are paid in civil cases.

During National Public Health Week, HAP joins organizations across the nation highlighting the importance of building healthy communities and celebrating the extraordinary efforts of our country’s public health workforce.