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HAP’s Caring for the Commonwealth series showcases the innovative programs led by Pennsylvania hospitals and health systems—and, most importantly, the difference they make for communities. The series brings these stories to life, highlighting how our members are improving health and creating stronger, healthier communities.

For WellSpan, addressing food insecurity means looking beyond the walls of the health care system and into the communities it serves. The hospital partnered with an 11-acre local farm to improve access to nutritious food while supporting employees, educating children and helping address one of the most fundamental drivers of health: having enough healthy food to eat.

More than 250 hospitals across the nation have signed the Make Hospital Food Healthier Pledge, federal officials said in an update this week.

Hospitals across Pennsylvania are strengthening their preparedness for measles through proactive planning, coordinated response strategies, and collaboration across health care organizations.

Pennie’s open enrollment period begins November 1, and affordability continues to be a key focus area for Pennsylvanians seeking health insurance coverage.

The nation’s uninsured rate among working adults rose from 8.9 percent to 11.2 percent during 2026, according to a new survey.

Five of the country’s leading employers have taken a national pledge in support of electronic prior authorization reform.

Today is the deadline to register to vote in Pennsylvania’s 2026 general election. Eligible voters must complete the online voter registration application by 11:59 p.m. today to register for the November 3 election.

Recognizing that treating the effects of lead exposure is not enough, Penn Medicine Lancaster General Health launched Lead-Free Families, a comprehensive, $50 million lead poisoning prevention program designed to address the problem at its source. Lead-Free Families is the first of its kind in the United States to be 100 percent funded and led by a health system.

Wayne Memorial Hospital hosted an event with state leaders yesterday to formally launch the PA Nurse Shortage Assistance Program. 

Building healthier communities in low-income areas starts with understanding the challenges residents face before they lead to serious health problems. Housing instability, food insecurity, transportation barriers, financial pressures, and limited access to care can all contribute to health disparities and make it harder for people to stay healthy.