October 29, 2021 HAP through the Years: 1990–2000 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.
October 28, 2021 Federal Lawmakers Focus on Rebuilding Health Care Workforce The COVID-19 pandemic has put a spotlight on the need to support our health care workforce. This week, the House Energy & Commerce Health subcommittee hosted a hearing about a few of...
October 27, 2021 5 Takeaways from Today’s COVID-19 Briefing The nation’s public health leaders offered encouraging trends in the fight against COVID-19, while urging the remaining 60 million unvaccinated Americans to make an appointment to get vaccinated.
October 26, 2021 State Senate Approves Telehealth Bill State senators today approved legislation supported by HAP that aims to expand patient access to telehealth services.
October 26, 2021 Syringe Services Programs Take Center Stage in Harrisburg Pennsylvania is one of a minority of U.S. states that do not permit syringe services programs to help reduce overdose deaths and guide people to community resources.
October 25, 2021 Who Should Take a Daily Aspirin to Prevent First Heart Attack or Stroke? An influential national medical panel is evaluating a question that impacts millions of Americans: should patients start a low-dose daily aspirin regimen to prevent a first heart attack or stroke?
October 22, 2021 Nation’s COVID-19 Booster Plan Takes Shape The U.S. now has booster recommendations for all three available COVID-19 vaccines.
October 21, 2021 October is Patient-Centered Care Awareness Month October is Patient-Centered Care Awareness Month, a time to raise awareness about the importance of providing care that is respectful of, and responsive to individual patient preferences, needs, and values.
October 20, 2021 Staffing Shortages Challenge Rural Health Care Pennsylvania’s rural hospitals are facing significant staffing shortages, affecting their ability to care for patients with COVID-19 and other conditions.
October 19, 2021 9 Tips for Medicare Open Enrollment The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services is reminding everyone that Medicare open enrollment began October 15, 2021, and now is the time to review your coverage options to be sure that you have the plan that best meets your health care needs.