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Utah’s hospitals are more than healthcare providers—they’re essential partners in building strong communities. Explore stories and initiatives highlighting how hospitals support public health, economic development, and the well-being of Utah’s residents.

Legislative Update: Final Week Ahead

Legislative Update: Final Week Ahead

Why it matters: With just a week left in Utah's 2026 legislative session, hospitals face significant funding challenges and operational policy changes that will shape care delivery across the state. By the numbers: 62 hospital-related bills are being actively tracked...

The Future of Transplant Medicine Is Here

The Future of Transplant Medicine Is Here

Why it matters: New preservation technology is rewriting what's possible in organ transplantation, expanding options for patients across the region. The big picture: For decades, transplant medicine operated on a strict timeline. Once an organ was recovered, teams had...

Nation’s Largest Pediatric Telestroke Network Launches in Utah

Nation’s Largest Pediatric Telestroke Network Launches in Utah

Why it matters: When a child has a stroke, every second counts, but stroke symptoms in kids look different than in adults, leading to delayed treatment and worse outcomes. The big picture: Intermountain Children's Health, in partnership with University of Utah...

Strong Turnout at UHA Legislative Reception

Strong Turnout at UHA Legislative Reception

Thank you to the legislators and hospital leaders who joined us last night to connect and discuss critical healthcare issues as the legislative session enters its final weeks. These conversations between policymakers and healthcare providers are essential for...

One Door to Mental Health Solutions: Inside Utah’s Innovative Crisis Center

The Kem & Carolyn Gardner Mental Health Crisis Center represents a much-needed approach to mental health care in Utah, focusing on holistic treatment with fewer...

SUPeRAD Clinic: Transforming Maternal Care for Women with Substance Use Disorders

A groundbreaking healthcare program has a new location in Rose Park. The SUPeRAD clinic is changing lives by providing stigma-free treatment for pregnant women battling...

Utah Measles Response Updates

As of June 26th, 5 measles cases have been positively identified in Utah.  For the latest information on tracking, potential exposure locations, vaccine recommendations and...

Beyond Medical Care: University of Utah Health’s Innovative Approach to Community Support

University of Utah Health is expanding the traditional model of charitable care with programs that address both immediate medical needs and underlying social factors. Why it...

Charity Care: CommonSpirit

CommonSpirit Health: Making Healthcare Accessible for All CommonSpirit Health is putting their mission into action by proactively helping vulnerable patients access care....

100 Deadliest Days: Prevention Starts With You

The summer months between Memorial Day and Labor Day are known as the "100 Deadliest Days" — a period that sees a dramatic spike in preventable injuries. Primary Children's...

100 Deadliest Days: Prevention Tips from Primary Children’s

The period between Memorial Day and Labor Day marks the "100 Deadliest Days" of summer - a time when injuries among children spike dramatically. Primary Children's Hospital...

Trump’s Drug Price Order Could Bring Major Relief to Hospitals, Patients

One Big Thing President Trump's new executive order aims to dramatically cut prescription drug prices by requiring federal healthcare programs to pay the same rates as...

National Hospital Week

This week, we celebrate the heartbeat of healthcare—our people. During National Hospital Week, we honor the incredible individuals who make hospitals places of healing,...

Feedback requested for Behavioral Health Commission 5-year Plan

📄 Behavioral Health Commission Stakeholder Input Feedback Requested

UHA Legislative Session Recap

By Dave Gessel, UHA Executive Vice President The following is a review of some of the legislation discussed at this year's Utah State Legislature affecting hospitals and...

Utah State Legislature: Week Four Update

UHA President/CEO Francis Gibson provides an update on Week 4 of the 2025 Utah State Legislature.

Utah State Legislature: Week Three Update

UHA President/CEO Francis Gibson provides an update on Week 3 of the 2025 Utah State Legislature.

Eric Packer Named Distinguished Utah Healthcare Executive for 2024

Eric Packer, CEO of Intermountain Health’s Cedar City Hospital, was recently awarded the Distinguished Healthcare Executive Award by the Utah Hospital Association. The...

Ross Van Vranken Recognized for Distinguished Service to Healthcare

Ross Van Vranken was recently awarded the 2024 Distinguished Service to Healthcare Award by the Utah Hospital Association. The award, presented during the Association’s Fall...

Francis Gibson named President/CEO of UHA

The Utah Hospital Association Board of Trustees has announced the appointment of Francis Gibson as its next President/CEO, effective January 1, 2024. Gibson succeeds Greg...

Outstanding healthcare leaders recognized at annual awards dinner

Healthcare leaders across the spectrum were honored at UHA's Annual Awards Dinner for 2023, taking place at The Homestead Resort last month. Four facilities were recognized...