New Resources Spotlight Crucial Role of Rural Hospitals and Health Systems
The AHA released new resources to help rural hospitals and health systems share their stories and highlight the vital role they play in their communities.
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Telling the Hospital Story
American hospitals take pride in providing commitment, compassion and comfort for anyone in need of care.
▷ AHA MEMBERS – FIND TOOLS TO TELL YOUR HOSPITAL STORY
Find customizable content and key AHA advisories and resources that illustrate the crucial role hospitals and health systems play in their communities.
▷ TELL YOUR STORY
Share your stories so AHA can elevate the work you do. Sign up via this form to join AHA’s efforts through op-eds, audio news releases and other AHA-supported media opportunities.
▷ HOW AHA IS TELLING THE HOSPITAL STORY
See highlights from recent AHA efforts to share examples of the great work being done by AHA members in the field.
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- Multi-media Resources For Use
- NEW! AHA's Forever Grateful campaign shows gratitude for health care workers: Download the social media toolkit that includes posts and graphics expressing support and appreciation for all health care workers
- NEW! AHA Releases New Resources to Spotlight the Crucial Role of Rural Hospitals
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SIGHT AND SOUND 
Telling the Hospital Story Series
A Rural Academic Medical Center Focuses on Access to Care
Explore the amazing stories of hospitals going above and beyond to care for their patients and communities throughout America
