News Releases, Reports, and Resources for Media

HAP is committed to being the leading voice for health care in Pennsylvania, and can provide members of the media with subject-matter expertise related to a wide variety of health care topics.

In addition to the full collection of news releases and statements, reporters also can access background information and policy positions in:

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HIPAA privacy guidelines for reporting about patient information

Latest HAP News Releases and Statements

February 06, 2024

HAP Statement on Governor Shapiro’s State Budget Proposal

The Hospital and Healthsystem Association of Pennsylvania (HAP) today reacted to Governor Josh Shapiro’s proposed 2024–2025 state budget.

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Guidelines for Releasing Information about Hospital Patients

Guidelines to help members of the media and the public better understand the parameters of the HIPAA Privacy rules when seeking patient information from a hospital.