Becker's Healthcare January 23, 2025
Pennsylvania hospitals aim to tackle maternal health challenges with a new action plan from the Hospital and Healthsystem Association of Pennsylvania.
Developed by HAP’s Task Force on Maternal and Child Health, the report outlines evidence-based strategies and policy recommendations to improve outcomes, expand access to care and eliminate disparities.
HAP President and CEO Nicole Stallings spoke with Becker’s Hospital Review about the importance of cross-sector collaboration and innovative solutions to tackle barriers like workforce shortages, medical liability and the sustainability of labor and delivery services.
Question: Maternity care desserts are a big issue not just in Pennsylvania but nationwide, as more than 57% of rural hospitals currently do not offer labor and delivery services. Where are the key...