Bernie Sanders Rallying To Keep Hahnemann Hospital Open

PHILADELPHIA — In the wake of Hahnemann University Hospital's closing, Democratic presidential candidate Bernie Sanders is rallying to keep the facility open.

Sanders will hold a rally at 2 p.m. Monday outside the hospital.

The Democratic Socialist, who has lead the fight for a national healthcare program, will speak at the rally.

Doors open at 1 p.m.

Those looking to attend the rally must RSVP here.

Hahnemann University Hospital is located at 230 N. Broad St.

The Philadelphia Department of Emergency Management said due to the rally Broad Street will be closed between Race and Vine — north side of City Hall — from noon to 4 p.m.

The facility has been an integral part of the Drexel University's medical school and opened in 1848.

It's closure was announced in late June and has led to groups, such as nurses unions, to protest the closure.

Financial woes were the impetus for the closing, according to officials.

An officials closing date of Sept. 6 has been set.

After the announcement, Hahnemann said Tower Health would accept medical residents from the Drexel so they can finish out their programs.