Severe storms and record heat have worsened a summer slump in blood donations. This week, American Red Cross said its national blood inventory plummeted more than 25% during July. Learn more: tinyurl.com/3acuja4y

U.S. hospitals continue to face an uncertain financial picture as they work toward sustainability and ensuring access to care. The latest Kaufman Hall National Hospital Flash Report indicates operating margins are improving but vary widely across hospitals tinyurl.com/42d3fwec

The PA Department of Insurance has kicked off the process for 2025 rate changes for plans on Pennsylvania’s health insurance marketplace, Pennie®. Proposals are lower than national average and would expand coverage options, state officials say: tinyurl.com/2ke3wadp

We are thrilled to announce that our Healthcare Symposium will be on 12/10! We will be welcoming Cathy Bennett of NJhospitals and Nicole Stallings of HAP. Save your virtual seat: ow.ly/qInx50SWY0t

The CDC issued a public health alert for the seasonal respiratory virus parvovirus B19 that appears to be increasing in the U.S. The virus, also sometimes known as “Fifth Disease,” is transmitted through respiratory droplets. Learn more: tinyurl.com/ye6dz9a7

HAP and partners PA Department of Health, CORE and Gift of Life announced the 2024 Donate Life PA Hospital Challenge honorees. Here are the health care teams being honored for championing organ, eye, and tissue donation within their hospitals and communities: tinyurl.com/2y4b37w3

Jefferson Abington & Lansdale hospitals earned platinum-level designation as part of the HAP's 2024 Donate Life Pennsylvania Hospital Challenge. The annual challenge recognizes hospitals for their efforts to support & raise awareness about organ, eye and tissue donation.

.Temple Health has been recognized as the Gift of Life "Top Performing Health System" in the 2024 HAP Donate Life Pennsylvania Hospital Challenge for the third year in a row. TUH-Main Campus and TUH-Jeanes Campus also each earned "titanium" status: templehealth.org/about/news/tem…

We were recognized by HAP for our efforts to support and raise awareness about organ, eye and tissue donation. Learn more: bit.ly/4doZqWa

Jefferson Bucks, Frankford, and Torresdale hospitals have received a platinum designation for their work to raise awareness about organ, eye, and tissue donation. The statewide recognition is part of the HAP annual Donate Life Pennsylvania Hospital Challenge.

Congratulations to Allegheny General Hospital for being named top-performing in the state by HAP for the 2024 #DonateLife PA Hospital Challenge! Grateful to work with such an inspiring team 💚 shorturl.at/yuDts

The federal government continues to monitor a critical shortage of Becton Dickinson (BD) BACTEC blood culture media bottles that has affected patient care. Here’s what you need to know: tinyurl.com/mtzss82t

A dozen Pennsylvania communities were ranked among the healthiest in the country, per a new report released by U.S. News Health. The annual rankings provide information for residents, community health leaders and elected officials. Learn more: tinyurl.com/3fry8z9t

Proud to recognize #Pottstown Hospital for their platinum achievement in the #DonateLife PA Hospital Challenge! This annual effort encourages #Pennsylvania hospitals to increase donation awareness. Their commitment to saving lives is commendable! HAP

The U.S. FDA approved the next version of the COVID-19 vaccine to be available this fall. The approval is the next step to ensure distribution of the updated vaccine ahead of the upcoming respiratory virus season. Learn more: tinyurl.com/5n7jhb56

Great story by Marley Parish of Spotlight PA about a proposal by Rep. Kathy Rapp and State Rep. Dan Frankel to support rural health care professionals. Nicole Stallings highlights how growing the health care workforce supports rural communities. spotlightpa.org/statecollege/2…

“If you’re pursuing a career in nursing in Pennsylvania you don’t have to look far to find a job,” Nicole Stallings tells Eric M Scicchitano. Read how hospitals and colleges are working together to develop the next generation of nurses to meet a critical need: cnhinews.com/cnhi/article_4…

ICYMI: PA Department of State last week announced changes to make it easier for physicians from other states to work in Pennsylvania. Learn more: haponline.org/News/HAP-News-… #GrowPAHealth #WorkforceWednesday

A recent article by HAP features #DevereuxPA Children’s Services Executive Director Patricia Hillis-Clark, Psy.D., as she discusses #Devereux’s ASCEND Career Accelerator Program. Read more: ow.ly/1Jru50TgWeI

It's always beneficial when policymakers have an opportunity to see firsthand what care delivery looks like. Thank you Glenn "GT" Thompson for taking the time to visit and learn and to the Clarion Psychiatric Center team for showcasing their great work!