HAP @HAPupdates

The Hospital and Healthsystem Association of Pa. (HAP) is a statewide membership organization representing #PAhospitals, their patients, and their communities. haponline.org Harrisburg, PA Joined February 2011

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HAP @HAPupdates

2 days ago

The White House this week launched its national strategy and first-ever federal action plan for suicide prevention. Here are 5 key takeaways: haponline.org/News/HAP-News-…

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4 days ago

On this primary #ElectionDay in PA, check out some insights @DomenicoNPR shared with @RonSouthwick1 on health care and the 2024 election at our Leadership Summit. chiefhealthcareexecutive.com/view/npr-s-dom…

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5 days ago

The federal government released a new final rule seeking to strengthen patient privacy protections, prohibiting the disclosure of protected health information (PHI) related to lawful reproductive health care. Read what's included in the final rule: tinyurl.com/3jmzjujy

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6 days ago

Racial and ethnic health disparities persist across the U.S. A new report, released from the @commonwealthfnd, found that all 50 states have significant health disparities, even states with top-performing health scores. Learn more: tinyurl.com/r5reakzt

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a week ago

The @ahahospitals #AHAMtg was this week and we were grateful to have HAP members join us on the Hill! Insightful sessions on critical issues facing hospitals and we also had an opportunity to meet with @RepSusanWild and @RepDean. Appreciate their time and support for hospitals.

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a week ago

U.S. drug shortages reached record levels during Q1 of 2024 with 323 active shortages according to @ASHPOfficial and the @UofUHealth Drug Information Service. Check out these 5 takeaways: tinyurl.com/58a6crnh

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a week ago

Earlier this month, HAP President and CEO, @NicoleS_HAP caught up with @RonSouthwick1 of @ChiefHealthExec and discussed top issues #PAhospitals are currently challenged by including cybersecurity, financial pressures and staffing. chiefhealthcareexecutive.com/view/pennsylva…

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a week ago

Yesterday, on the final day of #BlackMaternalHealthWeek, the House Health committee advanced two bills to support maternal health that are part of the PA MOMNIBUS legislative package. Here’s what you need to know: tinyurl.com/3u62pmvd

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a week ago

Hyagriv Simhan discussed the work of @UPMC's Health Equity Now Committee during HAP's 2024 Leadership Summit panel on healthy equity in maternal health. He emphasized its role in solidifying health equity as a top organizational priority. #BlackMaternalHealthWeek #BMHW24

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2 weeks ago

During the health equity in maternal health panel at HAP's Leadership Summit PA Doula Commission Pres. explained how asking "Why?" could be the most important question to ask when working to address inequities in maternal health & opportunities to improve health outcomes. #BMHW24

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2 weeks ago

23% of Americans who were disenrolled from Medicaid since early 2023 say they're still uninsured, per a new @KFF survey. The report evaluated trends in Medicaid since the end of continuous enrollment after the COVID-19 public health emergency. Learn more: tinyurl.com/4wvrxfhu

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2 weeks ago

Recently, @PADHSArkoosh joined @PAHealthDept Acting Secretary Dr. Debra Bogen at the @HAPupdates 2024 Leadership Summit. The secretaries discussed the Shapiro Administration’s recent work to address maternal health disparities through expanded Medicaid access to doulas.

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2 weeks ago

Each year from April 11–17, #BlackMaternalHealthWeek spotlights work to reduce Black maternal mortality. In PA and around the U.S., hospitals are focused on addressing inequities in maternal health and opportunities to improve health outcomes. Learn more: tinyurl.com/3ajbz96r

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2 weeks ago

Last week, we celebrated HAP's 2024 Achievement Award winners at our Leadership Summit. These 13 projects led by PA health care teams personify hospitals’ mission to provide high-quality care and improve their communities’ health. youtube.com/watch?v=abgj3X…

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3 weeks ago

A new issue brief from the @ahahospitals investigates the ways COVID-19 affected rural hospitals and the ongoing challenges they face. Financial pressures on these facilities continued to persist after COVID-19 provider relief funding expired. Learn more: tinyurl.com/mj6sjf9z

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3 weeks ago

The 2024 Donate Life PA Hospital Challenge began April 1, highlighting the lifesaving gift of organ donation during National #DonateLife Month. There are more than 6K men, women & children throughout PA waiting for life-saving organ transplant. Learn more: tinyurl.com/27hjw4t5

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3 weeks ago

Ahead of #SolarEclipse2024, emergency management pros, first responders, health care officials, and community partners are readying themselves for issues that may arise. Check out this blog by HAP's EM team providing steps to prep your teams and community. haponline.org/News/HAP-News-…

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PA Department of Health @PAHealthDept

3 weeks ago

This week Acting Secretary Dr. Debra Bogen joined @PADHSArkoosh and @NicoleS_HAP at the #HAPLeadership Summit to discuss health care priorities to keep Pennsylvanians healthy & safe. @HAPupdates

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3 weeks ago

This @PennLive op-ed by Curt Schroder (PA Coalition for Civil Justice Reform), @NicoleS_HAP & Martin Raniowski (@PAMEDSociety) shows why we're headed toward a health care access crisis because of the PA Supreme Court’s reversal of important legal reforms. pennlive.com/opinion/2024/0…