HAP's Latest News

April 21, 2025

Addressing the Rural Maternal Health Crisis

More than 100 rural hospitals nationwide have stopped (or have announced plans to stop) delivering babies since 2020, according to new data from the Center for Healthcare Quality and Payment Reform (CHQPR).

April 16, 2025

Commemorating Black Maternal Health Week

Black Maternal Health Week is April 11 through 17, emphasizing the importance of community-driven change, self-advocacy, and efforts to improve Black maternal health outcomes.

April 10, 2025

Mental Health Access a Challenge in Rural Pennsylvania

Rural Pennsylvanians are faced with many challenges when it comes to mental health care, including access, stigma, economic barriers, poor internet service for telehealth visits, and a shortage of mental health professionals.

March 27, 2025

Job Losses Expected in Pennsylvania if Medicaid Cuts Enacted

Pennsylvania will see the loss of thousands of jobs if proposed federal cuts to Medicaid are enacted under a U.S. House proposed budget resolution. The negative impact may also show up in reduced economic activity and less state revenue, according to a new report by the Commonwealth Fund.

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