Hospitals and health systems know too well the terrible toll gun violence takes on our communities. Emergency room staff see first-hand the harm and destruction of life caused by firearms. 

HAP’s ongoing work to combat gun violence includes:

• Supporting legislation intended to address the issue
• Working with partners like the American Hospital Association to ensure our communities and workplaces are safe

Resources:

• During HAP’s Southeast Connect during November 2022, hospital leaders came together to discuss preventing gun violence and the hospital-based intervention programs that can make a difference.
• American Hospital Association's Public Health Approach to Addressing Gun Violence

Currently, Pennsylvania does not have legislation mandating a state task force to combat human trafficking. However, regions in the state have organized coalitions, as well as a task force to bring together the expertise, training, and law enforcement different authorities need to help identify human traffickers.

Resources:

• HAP Fact Sheet: Facts about Human Trafficking Identification and Prevention