American Hospital Association

National Hospital Week is an opportunity to highlight our hospitals, health systems and health care workers and the innovative ways they are supporting and connected to their community. Explore AHA resources — including new additions — to support our efforts to Tell the Hospital Story year-round.

Behavioral health is a crucial component of overall health and well-being, and we see the need and demand for behavioral health care services increasing for people of all ages. The AHA joins the health care field “to elevate a conversation” about behavioral health during May, which is Mental Health Awareness Month.

The AHA and the West Health Institute announce a new three-year initiative to help hospitals and health systems operationalize and scale proven technologies across care environments to improve patient outcomes and support care teams.

Call for Speakers

We are now accepting speaking proposals featuring rural hospital executives, clinical leaders and trustees as presenters. The proposal deadline is Friday, May 29, 2026.

Join hospital and health system leaders to tackle the big questions shaping health care’s next era. Anchored by the theme (Re)Designing Care Delivery and Operating Models for the Future, this year’s program features shorter, more interactive sessions that spark idea exchange and peer-to-peer connections.

Watch AHA's new ad highlighting how hospitals and health systems provide hope, healing and health to the patients and communities they serve.

This year, the AHA will work to protect patient care, ensure affordable access to services and strengthen the health care system.