Trending News - November 2014
Ebola-proofing often an improvisation
Efforts have been guided by principals from clinics in Africa and the few full biocontainment facilities in the U.S.
11/26/2014
Dealing with healthcare projects codes and standards
Engineers with healthcare experience offer tips on dealing with healthcare projects' codes and standards
11/26/2014
Vacant Mississippi rehab facility to be repurposed as Ebola unit
The University of Mississippi Medical Center's University Rehabilitation Center is being retrofitted into a biocontainment unit that can accommodate two Ebola patients
11/26/2014
Patient Room 2020 looks at future of design
A year after it was created to foster creativity in healthcare, 'Patient Room 2020' is still inspiring a range of reactions, according to an article on the Healthcare Design website
11/26/2014
Medical computers can lower operating costs
Medical computers are cable-free so that they are not a tripping hazard and so that they can be easily moved from room to room as necessary
11/26/2014
Electron-beam technology may be a better way to sanitize Ebola waste
Hospitals have used similar technology, at lower power levels, to sterilize equipment
11/26/2014
Environmental services can boost patient experiences
A clean and inviting environment in conjunction with an engaging professional staff makes patients and visitors feel welcome and calm
11/26/2014
Building safe, effective healthcare facilities
Engineers with healthcare experience offer tips on delivering quality healthcare projects
11/25/2014
Food-as-medicine theory gaining ground in hospitals
Hospitals believe that recovery involves feeding the body as well as the mind and are working to improving the cafeteria experience
11/25/2014
Oregon hospital tests therapeutic garden
Legacy Emanuel Medical Center in Portland creates a second-floor terrace green space to test the impact of the plants on patients
11/25/2014
How soft-surface fabrics spread infection
Studies have found that fabrics harbor bacteria after coming into contact with patients
11/25/2014
Training the next generation of facilities managers
Identifying employees with potential - and helping them to build their skills - puts facilities in a better position when current leaders retire
11/25/2014
'Self-cleaning' surface reduces pathogens, study says
New technology reduces the number of hospital surface bacteria by more than 99 percent at least eight weeks after initial application
11/25/2014
Ask the right questions about rubber floorcoverings
Rubber can be compromised by chemicals that can cause itthurd to break down
11/25/2014
Vital Images, Inc. introduces VioStream to provide fast access to federated image repositories
11/25/2014
'Powerfully-intuitive' fire alarm system earns nationwide agency listings and certifications
11/25/2014
Florida facility focuses on Ebola prep
Flagler County hospital dedicating and segregating a part of its facility for treatment
11/24/2014
Florida facility focuses on Ebola prep
Flagler County hospital dedicating and segregating a part of its facility for treatment
11/24/2014
Miami hospital hit by rash of tire thefts
Tires are stolen from cars in Ryder Trauma Center-secured lot
11/24/2014
$21 million Coney Island Hospital resiliency project completed
The renovations will help protect critical equipment from extreme flooding
11/24/2014
Evolving technology affects healthcare design
Technology leverages the means and locations of healthcare delivery
11/24/2014
Swedish hospital raising the bar on sustainability
Facility's features including resource-efficient materials, low energy designs, smart processing of chemical waste and a cutting-edge HVAC system
11/24/2014
Key questions about carpet and vinyl floorcoverings
Carpet and vinyl in healthcare flooring require some special considerations
11/24/2014
Study: Cleanliness promotes better behavior
In cleaner workplaces, people should be less likely to feel disgusted and exhibit selfish behavior
11/21/2014
Clearing the air: Healthier interiors in healthcare
The healthcare sector has zeroed in on safer products as an important step towards creating healthier healing environments
11/21/2014
Minimizing healthcare's environmental footprint
Environmental stewardship can coexist with pressure to cut costs
11/21/2014
New Wyoming facility concept addresses future growth, needs
Powell Valley Healthcare unveils concept for renovating and expanding the hospital, medical offices and care center facilities
11/21/2014
Healthcare floorcoverings need good substrates
It is critical that the substrate, which is almost always concrete, be in a condition to accept the installation of flooring
11/21/2014
The healthcare workspace is evolving
Clinic space planning and design are changing to support an enhanced, outcome-focused patient experience, according to an article on the Healthcare Design website
11/21/2014
Survey shows growing workplace violence in healthcare
Analysis shows that the violent crime rate per 100 beds increased from 2012 to 2013
11/21/2014
Association for the Healthcare Environment announces 2015 elected and appointed board members
11/21/2014
Infection control tips in the age of Ebola
There is a growing body of evidence that 'disinfected' medical devices are not as clean as they need to be
11/20/2014
Design trends for women's health facilities
Health systems are working to respond to the health needs of women in midlife and beyond
11/20/2014
Should IT users be treated like patients?
Adopting healthcare industry patient engagement practices internally
11/20/2014
Wisconsin hospital system produces more energy than it consumes
Gundersen Health System has saved nearly $2 million each year from energy conservation and efficiency efforts
11/20/2014
Arkansas health system consolidates for efficiency
NEA Baptist Health System relocates its hospital to expand offerings and integrate with its specialty practices, according to an article on the Healthcare Design website
11/20/2014