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About half of U.S. parents report that they face overwhelming levels of stress during the week that hinders their ability to function, according to a new advisory from the U.S. surgeon general.

The Association of Independent Colleges and Universities (AICUP) of Pennsylvania this week launched a bold new initiative to grow the nursing workforce, bolster nurse education, and expedite graduation time for new nurses.

Following a summer upswing in COVID-19 cases, Americans will once again be able to acquire another round of free COVID-19 tests at no charge.

The State Department today announced a plan to make it easier for physicians from other states to work in Pennsylvania.

HAP's annual Achievement Awards honor hospitals and health systems for their innovation, creativity, and commitment to patient care. The Achievement Awards showcase and share member hospitals’ and health systems’ successful programs and best practices.

The FDA today approved the next version of the COVID-19 vaccine to be available this fall.

As Pennsylvania ages, many health care professionals are approaching retirement just as the need for health care is rapidly growing. Hospitals, health systems, and the health care community are leading the way in growing the next generation of health care professionals to care for Pennsylvanians and our communities.

A dozen Pennsylvania communities were ranked among the healthiest in the country, per a new report released this month by U.S. News & World Report.

The federal government continues to monitor a critical shortage of Becton Dickinson (BD) BACTEC blood culture media bottles that has affected patient care.

HAP's annual Achievement Awards honor hospitals and health systems for their innovation, creativity, and commitment to patient care. The Achievement Awards showcase and share member hospitals’ and health systems’ successful programs and best practices.