News Releases, Reports, and Resources for Media

HAP is committed to being the leading voice for health care in Pennsylvania, and can provide members of the media with subject-matter expertise related to a wide variety of health care topics.

In addition to the full collection of news releases and statements, reporters also can access background information and policy positions in:

Fact sheets
Reports
Testimony
HIPAA privacy guidelines for reporting about patient information

Latest HAP News Releases and Statements

February 04, 2025

HAP Response to PA Governor's Budget

The Hospital and Healthsystem Association of Pennsylvania (HAP) today reacted to Governor Josh Shapiro’s proposed 2025–2026 state budget. HAP President and CEO Nicole Stallings released the following statement.

January 16, 2025

HAP Report Outlines Plan of Action to Improve Maternal Health Outcomes Across Pennsylvania

The Hospital and Healthsystem Association of Pennsylvania (HAP) today released an action plan to improve maternal health outcomes, increase access to care, and eliminate disparities.

First Previous 2 3 4

Media Contact

Kim Yakowski, Manager, Media Relations

Stay Connected

Follow @HAPupdates on X

Connect with HAP on LinkedIn

Watch the latest HAP videos on YouTube

Guidelines for Releasing Information about Hospital Patients

Guidelines to help members of the media and the public better understand the parameters of the HIPAA Privacy rules when seeking patient information from a hospital.