- January 2014

SF General makes security changes after missing patient's death

Federally ordered changes have been made at San Francisco General Hospital following the death of a patient who was found in a stairwell at the hospital last October

1/31/2014



Bedpans get new cleaning solution

With the exception of the U.S., most industrialized nations now use mechanized bedpan washing technologies

1/31/2014



New CDC website to support long-term care infection control

Facilities can use the site to access the infection tracking system for long-term care facilities in the CDC's National Healthcare Safety Network

1/31/2014



Geriatric emergency departments have implications for long-term care

Emergency departments designed for the elderly is one of 10 technology-related trends hospital leaders will be thinking about this year

1/31/2014



Design can deter patients from using hospital gardens

Lack of awareness and lack of shade linked to low garden use, according to study

1/31/2014



Kaleida Health recognized by interior design award

The medical complex was designed to remove the barriers between cardiology and neurosurgery, and between research, teaching, and clinical practice

1/31/2014



California lawmaker to introduce bill for oversight reforms of elderly care facilities

Bill would also increase training, and require facilities with residents who have restricted or specialized health conditions to employ trained medical personnel

1/31/2014



Gundersen Health System opens sustainable hospital

LaCrosse, Wis., facility aims to reduce energy consumption from the national average of 240-280 kBTU to 115kBTU, putting it among the top 1 percent of energy-efficient hospitals in the region and top 5 percent in the country

1/31/2014













Will long-term living facilities need liquor licenses?

In addition to other amenities, this new generation of seniors wants a pub experience

1/30/2014



N.C. healthcare facility's burst pipes cause ceiling to fall in patient's room

Three lines in the sprinkler system of the Huntington Health and Rehabilitation facility ruptured

1/30/2014



Can healthcare design play a role in controlling asthma?

Report linking building materials and asthma is helping push for a greater understanding of what building materials are made of

1/30/2014



Controlling hazardous material circulation in healthcare facilities

Five key things health care professionals should keep in mind when dealing with variables such as hazardous and sterile materials

1/30/2014



Advanced paint technologies can help enhance patient experience

Formaldehyde-reducing technology helps improve indoor air quality by reducing airborne VOCs once the paint has dried

1/30/2014



Australian Capital Territory hospital patients needlessly contracting infections, expert says

Medical school professor says the number of cases could be cut by half by boosting infection control procedures

1/30/2014



ASHE announces Vista award winners

2014 award recognize the importance of working together to optimize the healthcare environment

1/30/2014













Discovery of worker's body in nursing facility raises security questions

Co-worker discovered corpse after men's bathroom goes unchecked, uncleaned for two days

1/29/2014



Minnesota lawmakers support reconstruction of hospital to increase security

Ongoing safety issues include a murder of a Minnesota Security Hospital patient by another patient in the facility.

1/29/2014



N.H. House backs bill requiring drug testing at healthcare facilities

The bill requires all licensed healthcare facilities in the state to implement drug-free workplace policies and must test employees where a 'reasonable suspicion exists'

1/29/2014



Hot water unnecessary for handwashing, study says

Water as cold as 40 degrees Fahrenheit reduced bacteria on hands just as well as warmer water, according to a report

1/29/2014



Children's Medical Center Dallas installs interactive exhibit

As part of yearlong centennial celebration, hospital adds feature that celebrates history

1/29/2014



Lean design means doing more with less

For the Lean method to work, an efficient operational process must be supported by the physical space

1/29/2014



Oahu hospital expects to slash electricity bill with energy retrofit

The energy overhaul, including a new central air conditioning and heat system and lighting upgrades, is expected to cost $5.8 million

1/29/2014



Integrated pest management key to keeping healthcare facilities safe

Pests particularly dangerous in a healthcare environment filled with patients with weakened immune systems

1/29/2014













Dozens feared dead after Quebec nursing home fire

Five people were confirmed dead and 31 were missing after a fire at Canadian nursing home built out of wood

1/28/2014



Behaviors, tools key to hospital safety

Florida hospital has adopted error-prevention tools and behaviors from commercial aviation and nuclear power, high-risk ventures that have implemented highly successful safety standards

1/28/2014



Up-to-date infection control technology, vigilance are musts for dental facility

When looking at the technology for a dental facility. it's important to consider what's most effective in the the sterilization area

1/28/2014



Infection control needs relationship between clinicians and environmental services

Infection control team and the environmental services/housekeeping team have recognized the importance of sharing their expertise for the benefit of all

1/28/2014



The patient is the focus of cancer center design

It's important for designers to understand the spectrum of journeys that cancer patients experience, to gain empathy that informs the design of environments to more effectively support the cancer fight

1/28/2014



Hospital presentation facilities have unique needs

The right lecterns and sound systems for healthcare settings must fit with the location and purpose

1/28/2014



Minnesota reporting system cuts hospital errors, study said.

Deaths and other harm to patients from preventable errors such as falls and surgical mistakes have dropped in the 10 years since Minnesota started requiring hospitals and other care centers to report them

1/28/2014



Initiatives put patient safety in the back seat

The Obama administration allocated $23 million to examine patient safety initiatives in the hopes of reducing liability costs. Early results of this multi-million dollar expenditure are programs aimed at keeping malpractice cases out of the court system.

1/28/2014











Cincinnati Children's Hospital adds pet therapy building

Cats and dogs are able to visit their owners whose stays are longer than five days

1/27/2014



Patient experience hits home for designer

It often takes a personal experience to really drive home the key issues of healthcare design

1/27/2014



FEMA grant to strengthen hurricane-damaged hospital

$17 million grant will let a Mississippi health system renovate the south tower of Singing River Hospital, fortifying it against hurricanes

1/27/2014



Green operating room program reducing waste

Practice Greenhealth's mission is to raise awareness and educate hospitals about how they can develop a more sustainable OR

1/27/2014



EHR incentive program on track, according to survey

Nearly 80% of office-based physicians use some type of electronic health record system, an increase of 60 percentage points since 2001 and nearly double the percent in 2008

1/27/2014



CMS issues update to equipment maintenance guideline

Memo requires all hospital medical imaging and radiation therapy equipment to be maintained according to the manufacturer’s recommended standards

1/27/2014



AHRQ releases report on HAIs and design

'Understanding the Role of Facility Design In the Acquisition and Prevention of Healthcare-Associated Infections,' provides in-depth analysis on design and HAIs from industry and university experts

1/27/2014



Florida hospitals serving organic, locally grown food

St. Vincent's Clay County, other hospitals focusing on 'superfoods,' locally grown fruits and vegetables, as well as all-natural meat, fish and poultry

1/27/2014









Hospital parking fees angering patients

Some hospitals lowering fees after patient complaints. Many suburban or rural areas facilities don't charge for parking.

1/24/2014



Catholic Health launches program to cut energy use

Healthcare system will use multiple strategies to cut energy use by $11 million to $17 million across its 87 acute care hospitals by July 2015

1/24/2014



Few physicians ready for Stage 2 'Meaningful Use' according to survey

One in eight has an electronic health record system capable of supporting most requirements for Stage 2 of the "meaningful use" program, according to government report

1/24/2014



Stanford Hospital clinical recycling study reveals 75% cost savings

Recycling program will divert more than 110 tons of non-infectious packaging material from landfill annually, with plastics representing nearly 70 percent

1/24/2014



Education key for ES technicians

Knowledge about infection containment solutions will help workers become advocates for their own safety

1/24/2014



Infection control accreditation program launched in Indian state

Maharashtra became the third state in the country to launch the NABH-Safe-ITSM Infection Control accreditation program for hospitals

1/24/2014



In hospital design, mock-ups only as useful as the people they engage

The physical interaction of mock-ups can make them rich experiences that encourage participation across professional levels and personality types

1/24/2014



Magazine announces healthcare design winners

Healthcare Design names winners of second annual 'The HCD 10' competition

1/24/2014













OneTogether takes aim at HAIs with small actions

New initiative aims to reduce the incidence of healthcare-acquired infections by increasing awareness of how the small, individual actions of every healthcare worker can have an influence on patient health and safety

1/23/2014



Falls prevention program produces encouraging results

A combination of technology and personal attention is helping prevent patient falls at Greenwich Hospital

1/23/2014



Top five ideas that will influence healthcare in 2014

Architect offers view of the future in Healthcare Design magazine's 'Take Five' series

1/23/2014



Medical waste management training portal launched

Portal provides information on U.S. Occupational Safety and Health Administration, Environmental Protection Agency, and U.S. Department of Transportation regulations

1/23/2014



Hand hygiene stressed at Philippines symposium

Efforts underway to increase patient safety as cases of measles are on the rise

1/23/2014



Wyoming nursing home replacement building to stress private rooms

Project will also add a dining room over looking the golf course, administrative offices and sitting areas

1/23/2014



It's not about dirt: Dealing with non-soiling issues in carpet care

Apparent soiling and denting can't be cleaned but can be fixed

1/23/2014











Are your patient pillows clean?

One hospital study found that the patient-ready, decontaminated reusable vinyl covered pillows were contaminated with pathogenic bacteria

1/22/2014



Fire safety improvement linked to codes and enforcement

With one exception, the number of fires has dropped continuously each year from 6,830 in 2003 to 5,540 in 2010

1/22/2014



New Year's resolutions for hospital CFOs

CFOs urges to invest, conserve, challenge the status quo and take calculated risks

1/22/2014



Modular construction builds flexibility into healthcare projects

Healthcare is currently the leading market sector utilizing modular construction at 49 percent, according to recent industry statistics

1/22/2014



Unlocking the code of visual and audible fire alarms

EP4 is another Element of Performance with a high number of individual devices that need to be listed as part of an inventory. As with other EPs in this standard, complete documentation is key to demonstrating compliance with the standard.

1/22/2014



'Smart beds' can improve safety

New beds help patients stay safe, while 'smart' capabilities help nurses analyze information and improve patient care

1/22/2014



10 considerations when converting to private hospital rooms

Key issues include safety, accessibility and environmental- and technology-friendliness

1/22/2014



Healthcare facilities need a 21st century continuity plan

Business continuity plan must be an integral part of strategic operations, involving all levels of the organization

1/22/2014













Fort Wayne hospital wants own police force

Indiana bill calls for security officers to have full police powers while on hospital grounds

1/21/2014



Hospitals and med tech companies join patient safety movement

Group pledges to work to reduce preventable patient deaths to zero by 2020

1/21/2014



Quality assurance program key to environmental services

New tools and devices, including simulation training, are available to improve the quality of healthcare services

1/21/2014



Designer's passion for kids' healthcare design started early

Blogger's parents supported and cared for children and their families medically and through education and product design

1/21/2014



Rural health IT adoption faces challenges

Support from the federal government and other organizations, are helping rural healthcare provides make progress with meaningful use

1/21/2014



Unlocking the code of fire safety initiating devices

Creating a complete inventory of all initiating devices is a mandatory requirement and an essential first step in the process

1/21/2014



Clinics more efficient, cost-effective, health officials say

Healthcare efficiency trends are causing a California county clinic construction boom

1/21/2014



Cut materials waste in surgery centers

Overstocking inventory the biggest culprit in waste

1/21/2014













Healthcare sector to test for cyber attack

The simulation will be the first time insurers, hospitals, pharmaceutical manufacturers, and the Health and Human Services Department will collaborate on a test

1/20/2014



Hospital cuts alarm fatigue by decreasing noise

Boston Medical Center reduces audible alarms as a way to combat alarm fatigue and improve patient safety

1/20/2014



OSHA releases new resources to protect hospital workers and enhance patient safety

Website includes information to help hospitals prevent worker injuries, assess workplace safety needs, enhance safe patient handling programs, and implement safety and health management systems

1/20/2014



Chicago hospitals share information on green efforts

Chicago Green Healthcare Initiative was formed with support from a U.S. Environmental Protection Agency grant to help accelerate the implementation of energy efficiency activities in the healthcare sector

1/20/2014



FGI's guidelines for healthcare design features significant changes

FGI separates the hospital and ambulatory requirements from nursing homes and other residential and long-term care requirements

1/20/2014



Unlocking the code to fire safety equipment compliance

To ensure compliance with this standard, hospital facility directors should be familiar with the related code requirements themselves and knowledgeable about their interpretation

1/20/2014



Northwestern Grayslake expansion awarded LEED status

The Grayslake expansion project includes the relocation of a retention pond and associated wetlands area, the creation of a healing garden and clinical expansion space targeted for cancer, orthopaedics and rehabilitation services

1/20/2014



Improving speech privacy and noise control for healthcare

Noise can actually harm patients by elevating heart rate and blood pressure. Noise prevents patients from getting the rest they need, weakening the immune system and leading to problems during the day such as agitation, delirium and decreased tolerance to pain

1/20/2014













Facility security key with domestic violence victims

Hospital staff needs to be aware of the signs of domestic violence and take proper security precautions when needed if the suspected abuser is present

1/17/2014



University of Pittsburgh Medical Center to 're-educate' staff about waste disposal

A box of syringes found at a landfill last week was traced back to a UPMC hospital

1/17/2014



Material choices crucial in behavioral health setting

Behavioral health facilities have issues of durability and safety not required in most other healthcare settings

1/17/2014



Ohio health system tries high-tech tool for infection prevention

Radio frequency identification technology used to monitor hand-washing station at one OhioHealth's hospitals in Columbus

1/17/2014



Tips on sprinklers for water curtains

Advice for navigating the Life Safety Code on sprinkler placement for water curtains

1/17/2014



Some hospital safety showers found to be faulty

Showers designed to minimize microbial contamination have been shown to raise the risk of spraying contamination over hospital patients

1/17/2014



Integrated systems can boost hospital safety

Web-based solutions allow facilities to access security systems from virtually any location connected to its network

1/17/2014



U.S. News hospital rankings to give patient safety more weight

In 12 specialties, the weight given to patient safety will double to 10% of the overall score. Reputation's weight will drop from 32.5% to 27.5%

1/17/2014













Wi-Fi can help secure an OB unit

Ability to see the infant anywhere covered by Wi-Fi expands the range of possibilities for using infant protection solutions

1/16/2014



FDA bed rail guidelines leave long-term care in gray area

Nursing home beds may not be subject to Food and Drug Administration regulation, and aftermarket products that might be used on a medical or hospital style bed are sold without FDA scrutiny

1/16/2014



Senior facility landscaping includes therapeutic obstacles

Merwick Care and Rehabilitation Center honored for therapy garden that combines beauty with mental inspiration while providing the environmental challenges that will help its residents train for real life

1/16/2014



How to make the case for hospital infrastructure funding

Getting depreciation funding often involves selling the maintenance mission and needs a multifaceted approach.

1/16/2014



Building information modeling mandate helps manage multiple projects

Northwestern Medicine has a mix of renovation and new construction projects in progress at all times

1/16/2014



Boston firm helps hospitals share expensive equipment

Fleet of vans and specially trained movers help hospital systems lower costs by sharing equipment among different facilities

1/16/2014



Indiana safety net hospital on track to become LEED Silver campus

Eskenazi Health Campus first completely new Indianapolis downtown hospital campus in 40 years

1/16/2014













Union seeks answers on 180 worker-safety complaints at hospital

Covenant HealthCare Nutrition Services can provide nutritionally evaluated meals for discharged patients with special diets

1/15/2014



Michigan health system offering 'Healthy Meals to Go' program

Covenant HealthCare Nutrition Services can provide nutritionally evaluated meals for discharged patients with special diets

1/15/2014



MRSA infection rates drop in VA long-term care facilities

Four years after implementing a national initiative, MRSA infections have declined

1/15/2014



Children's facility projects popular despite economy

Demand, access to funds keep projects moving despite sluggish environment for hospital capital improvements

1/15/2014



A facility portfolio analysis can assist master planning

Portfolio prioritization is one key piece of information to evaluate when considering funding projects

1/15/2014



ACOs tech needs go beyond EHRs

Report says accountable care organizations need CPOE, admission/discharge/transfer, billing, practice management, enrollment and care management systems

1/15/2014



Construction accelerated at Troy hospitals

Health system can't afford to take as much time with the construction

1/15/2014



Safety-culture surveys may boost patient safety

More hospitals are conducting internal surveys to determine the extent to which the organizational culture helps or hinders patient safety

1/15/2014













Give your facility a healthy dose of color

Changing a healthcare facility's color palette involves planning and input from healthcare design professionals

1/14/2014



APIC publishes new guide on long-term care infection prevention

Infection preventionists in long-term care facilities face unique challenges due to the nature of the care setting and an aging resident population

1/14/2014



Australian healthcare system maintains unisex wards despite complaints

Queensland Hospital patients report embarrassment and awkwardness of sharing a hospital ward with the opposite sex

1/14/2014



Facility Guidelines Institute update reflects the times, CEO says

FGI 2014 guidelines includes new language on safety risk assessments and increased requirements for commissioning infrastructure systems

1/14/2014



Take a photo tour of Welsh university health facility

Hadyn Ellis Building of Cardiff University developed on former railway site

1/14/2014



Website aims to reduce hospital injuries

NoInjuries.com will offer healthcare providers news, educational materials, tips, tools and resources to use throughout the workplace

1/14/2014



UPS opens expanded healthcare distribution facility in Ontario

New addition provides healthcare companies and pharmaceutical manufacturers with a total 600,000 square feet of temperature and humidity controlled environments

1/14/2014



Blog gives children's hospital holiday makeover

Young House Love spruces up Children's Hospital of Richmond at VCU's family care center room

1/14/2014



Blog gives children's hospital holiday makeover

Young House Love spruces up Children's Hospital of Richmond at VCU's family care center room

1/14/2014













Squashing bedbug myths

Inaccurate information infestations follow tales of bedbugs

1/13/2014



Reducing the risk of HAIs through effective environmental cleaning processes

Multiple studies have shown that less than 50 percent of hospital room surfaces tested were cleaned effectively upon terminal room cleaning, despite having the appearance of being cleaned and prepared for the next patient admission

1/13/2014



California children's hospitals expanding new location

Stanford Children's Health, Lucile Packard Children's Hospital Stanford building new model and system for healthcare delivery

1/13/2014



Raising expectations for ceilings

Increase Medicare financial reimbursements and improve patient outcomes with proper ceilings

1/13/2014



Northwestern Memorial elevates food service with improved restaurants

Rising consumer expectations feed growth of hospital restaurant options

1/13/2014



Joint Commission 2014 National Patient Safety Goals released

The first phase calls for hospitals to establish alarm safety as an organizational priority

1/13/2014



Designer says innovation in healthcare key to flourishing in future

Providers need to embrace prefabrication techniques and 3-D printing and put them into practice

1/13/2014



Study says hand hygiene prior to gloves is unnecessary

Using an alcohol-based cleanser before putting on gloves did not significantly change total bacterial colony counts

1/13/2014













Pennsylvania city considers protester-free zones around healthcare facility doors

York City ordinance would ban protesters from a 30-foot 'buffer zone' around the entrances and exits of York City healthcare facilities

1/10/2014



Foreign hospital projects offer lessons to designers

Emerging markets and a desire for U.S. health care designers have created a thriving international industry for U.S.-based architects

1/10/2014



Some UK hospitals to replace bedside charts with iPads

The Oxford plan - to be rolled out with up to 500 tablets throughout 2014 is expected to save time and improve safety

1/10/2014



Streamlining instrument tray cleaning

Sterile processing department can be weighed down by many unnecessary and inefficient steps

1/10/2014



Landscaping brings facility mission beyond walls

Spaulding Rehabilitation Hospital creates outdoor therapeutic program that addressed the physical and mental rehabilitation needs of patients

1/10/2014



Irish hospitals going tobacco-free

Smoking will not be permitted anywhere on the grounds of healthcare facilities

1/10/2014



Facility management value to patient care demonstrated through benchmarking

Data shows highest facility operating costs occur for maintaining buildings at 16 to 20 years

1/10/2014



Tennessee hospital to build addition on top of existing structure

Monroe Carell Jr. Children's Hospital to add 160,000 square feet to bring capacity to more than 300 beds

1/10/2014













Patient room TVs an untapped resource

TVs can deliver condition-specific patient education, hospital marketing and informational content, and other customized hospital channels

1/9/2014



Renovation of Texas senior living facility focuses on life enhancement

'Main Street' facility designed to enrich the lives of residents by providing entertaining diversions from the routine of daily nursing care

1/9/2014



Hospital-acquired infections take toll on patients, bottom line

One in 20 patients acquire infections while receiving care at U.S. hospitals, according to the CDC

1/9/2014



Tougher emergency preparedness rules proposed for long-term care facilities

CMS guidelines would make long-term care facilities subject to similar requirements as hospitals

1/9/2014



Listen to podcast on disinfecting soft surfaces

Disinfecting soft, non-launderable surfaces such as upholstery, carpeting and draperies one of trickiest cleaning obstacles

1/9/2014



New LEED standard encourages transparency in materials selection

Move sparked by concern about building materials' and hazardous chemicals' effects on patients and staff

1/9/2014



Pennsylvania hospitals may skip some state reviews

Pennsylvania Department of Health can grant "deemed status" for licensure purposes to hospitals that have been accredited by national accreditation organizations

1/9/2014



Mix of air purification methods helps indoor air quality

Combining ultraviolet germicidal irradiation light and gas-phase air purification with photo catalytic oxidation called a a new and powerful tool

1/9/2014













Are patient rooms too big?

Research suggests that proportion can be more important than size

1/8/2014



Mobile devices major source of germ transmission

Health and electronics experts advise wiping down mobile devices with a moist microfiber cloth at least daily for basic sanitation

1/8/2014



Understanding a design firm's resource allocation

How a firm manages its resources to ensure project schedules will be a good predictor of a its success in meeting a project schedule

1/8/2014



ASHE app offers resources to go

Mobile site includes regulatory updates, news, educational opportunities

1/8/2014



A prescription for medical facility energy management

A goal of energy productivity can not only reduce energy costs, but also improve energy reliability and a hospital's long-term financial health

1/8/2014



The design of an electronic health record matters

Patient safety should not be overlooked for ease of use - all EHRs are not created equal

1/8/2014



2014 trends in healthcare facilities

Many healthcare organizations will be required to transition and transform their portfolio of real estate assets

1/8/2014



Navigating final changes to EPA emissions standards for area source boilers

Healthcare organizations have three years to comply and may have the option to apply for a one-year extension

1/8/2014













Making parking easier for the baby boomer generation

Design of healthcare facility parking lots and parking spaces should be considered when planning for more elderly drivers

1/7/2014



Tennessee health system to retain outside vendors during $10 million renovation of food services

Erlanger assures staff that new food service contract won't drop favorite eateries

1/7/2014



Iowa hospital remodels materials management department

Clarke County Hospital is renovating the north side of the hospital facility to house the new materials management department

1/7/2014



New York hospital partners with utility to cut energy, water use

Nyack Hospital to invest $1 million in energy- and water-saving upgrades

1/7/2014



NIOSH launches web page with cleaning resources

Site describes hazards associated with common cleaning tasks, including those performed in healthcare facilities.

1/7/2014



Medical waste found in Pennsylvania landfill

Blood bags, surgical sponges and what might be human tissue keep turning up at a Monroeville landfill

1/7/2014



Study says evaluation of infection prevention policies can reveal opportunities for improvement

American Journal of Infection Control survey says identifying gaps in infection prevention practices can improved patient safety

1/7/2014









Health system to automate hand hygiene compliance monitoring with DebMed GMS

Many are facilities related and involve 'green' measures

1/7/2014



Nine ways to cut hospital costs

Many are facilities related and involve 'green' measures

1/6/2014



Illinois hospital drill strives for failure

Harrisburg Medical Center tests emergency procedures to find weak spots

1/6/2014



Patient transmission causes minority of ICU S. aureus acquisitions

Data from whole-genome sequencing suggest that few Staphylococcus aureus acquisitions in the ICU are the result of patient-to-patient transmission

1/6/2014



Architect shares five steps to successful budgetary discussions

Healthcare Design's 'Take Five' series asks healthcare design professionals about what's got their attention

1/6/2014



New version of LEED pushes building performance

LEED v4 has the potential to reduce CO2 emissions more than any other versions of the LEED rating systems according to USGBC

1/6/2014



Bacteria survives on toys, books, cribs for longer than expected

Study suggests additional precautions may be needed especially in hospitals, daycare centers

1/6/2014











A quarter of healthcare workers' hands contaminated with infectious germs, study says

Washing with soap and water found to be more effective than alcohol-based sanitizers for removing C. difficile

1/3/2014



Bristol Children's Hospital ordered to improve cleanliness after inspection

The Care Quality Commission found that poor hygiene in the UK hospital's operating department were increasing the risk of infection

1/3/2014



Hospital installs safeguards to protect medical devices from cyber-attacks

Methodist Hospital of Southern California invests in an integrated systems management program, which reduces vulnerability of its more than 6,000 devices

1/3/2014



Magazine found children's hospital design and industry recognition popular 2013 topics

Healthcare Design blog lists most-read stories and social media favorites

1/3/2014



UK infirmary kiosks to help in the fight against infection

Three new handwashing kiosks have been installed in the main entrance to Hull Royal Infirmary

1/3/2014



Waiting room environment and experience effects patient satisfaction

Study says free internet would lessen frustration without time waiting for appointment

1/3/2014













New EPA clean air rules will affect hospital power systems

Regulations limit allowable exhaust emissions and changed the rules applying to certain types of system operations

1/2/2014



Study shows healthcare staff contaminated with C. diff after routine care

Nearly 1 in 4 healthcare workers' hands were contaminated with Clostridium difficile spores after routine care of patients infected with the bacteria

1/2/2014



Put environmental concerns at the forefront of construction projects

Every construction project at a healthcare facility may involve environmental risks that need to be addressed to safeguard the health of patients, staff, workers and the public

1/2/2014



Top 5 new healthcare projects in 2013

Healthcare Design editors' favorite facilities that opened in 2013.

1/2/2014



Sustainability's healing touch: incremental steps for healthcare

Healthcare interiors choices have great potential to directly impact sustainability

1/2/2014



Well-designed power, air and water systems can enhance care

In the health care setting, the ability to cultivate wellness doesn't end with its people

1/2/2014













 
 
 


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