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Medina Regional Hospital in Hondo, Texas, sent a signed banner from its hospital staff to health care workers at Uvalde Memorial Hospital.

Healing Uvalde

Amy RiosAug 3, 202213 min read

Nestled on the southern border of the Texas Hill Country sits the small, rural town of Uvalde. Before the events of May 24, Uvalde was mainly known for its oak…

Advancing Rural Health Care

Advancing Rural Health Care

Julia MannJun 17, 20225 min read

Every year, THA awards a CEO or administrator of a rural hospital with the Pioneer Award in recognition of their innovative management achievements and leadership within their organization and community.…

Laying the Legislative Groundwork

Laying the Legislative Groundwork

Kim CarmichaelJun 17, 20229 min read

The Texas Legislature convenes during odd-numbered years to conduct the state’s business and pass thousands of pieces of legislation over a 140-day stretch. Despite currently being in an interim year,…

Texas Hospitals’ Progress Toward Health Equity

Texas Hospitals’ Progress Toward Health Equity

Akilah WiseJun 17, 202210 min read

The first image on the Texas Hospital Association’s (THA) internal site is a collage of staff portraits, a small but significant endeavor in measuring THA’s internal diversity, equity and inclusion…

From the Desk of John Hawkins

From the CEO’s Desk

Keep up with the most pressing issues facing hospitals today with messages from THA’s Chief Executive Officer John Hawkins.

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