Health Care Affordability Hits 5-Year Low, New Survey Finds

Ohio hospitals are economic anchors in their communities providing health care services and programs. Hospital care is provided through dedicated caregivers and is supported through partnerships and community services. OHA’s 252 member hospitals directly employed over 362,000 Ohioans at the end of 2025 and contributed more than $105.6 billion in annual statewide economic impact. Nationally, hospitals directly employ 6.6 million people and fuel $4.8 trillion in total economic activity according to the American Hospital Association. The goods and services hospitals purchase from other businesses create additional economic value for the community, including: Each hospital job supports approximately two additional jobs in…

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration is urging patients to review their prescriptions after a nationwide recall of more than 11,000 bottles of chlorthalidone, a medication commonly used to treat high blood pressure. The recall was issued after the drug failed dissolution testing, meaning it may not work as intended once taken. The FDA classified the action as a Class II recall, signaling the potential for temporary or medically reversible health effects. Patients are advised to check lot numbers and consult their pharmacist or health care provider before stopping the medication. Read more

The North Ridgeville Office for Older Adults is expanding outreach efforts aimed at preventing diabetes among older residents through education and wellness programming. The initiative is focused on helping seniors better understand risk factors, lifestyle changes and early intervention strategies to reduce the onset of Type 2 diabetes. The effort aligns with broader community health goals of promoting long-term wellness and independence among aging populations. The program adds to the office’s growing slate of health and wellness services for adults age 55 and older. Learn more here.

The refreshed AHA Rural Health Services website gives rural hospital leaders quick access to the advocacy insights, strategic resources and field-informed guidance they need to navigate change, strengthen performance and sustain care in their communities. The more user-friendly site also features member stories, podcasts, blogs and other resources that showcase the innovative work rural hospitals are doing to serve their patients, respond to immediate pressures and build long-term viability for the future. Visit the website here.