Press Releases
View all of the American Hospital Association (AHA) press releases for the media on health care issues impacting hospitals and health systems.
A new analysis prepared by Kaufman, Hall & Associates, LLC and released by the American Hospital Association highlights the dire impact of the COVID-19 crisis on the financial health of hospitals and health systems.
The American Hospital Association’s (AHA) Institute for Diversity and Health Equity (IFDHE) and Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Illinois (BCBSIL) announced grant program awards to support the work of 13 Illinois hospitals and health care organizations in reducing disparities in health care.
The American Hospital Association (AHA) Board of Trustees has selected Wright L. Lassiter, III, president and CEO of Henry Ford Health System in Detroit, Mich., as its chair-elect designate. Lassiter will be the 2022 chair of the AHA, becoming the top-elected official of the national organization…
Statement on the passing of Congressman John Lewis from AHA President and CEO Rick Pollack.
Statement from AHA President and CEO Rick Pollack on HHS's announcement to distribute additional funds for “hot spot” hospitals.
Two programs that expand the reach of palliative and end-of-life care will be honored with the 2020 Circle of Life Award. Now in its 21st year, the Circle of Life Award celebrates innovation in palliative and end-of-life care.
Americans view hospitals very favorably, support additional financial aid in new public opinion polling
All hospitals regardless of ownership provide a comprehensive range of benefits and essential services to their communities. New analysis prepared and released today by the American Hospital Association (AHA) shows that tax-exempt hospitals provided $100 billion in total benefits to their…
The AHA is pleased that HHS will be distributing additional funds from the CARES Act emergency relief fund to hospitals serving rural patients and hospitals serving high numbers of Medicaid and uninsured patients, as we have urged.
AHA, AMA, ANA Issue Open Letter Urging Public to Wear a Mask to Stop COVID-19 Spread