Trending News - September 2015
Chicago hospital's plan to merge pediatric, adult ERs criticized
Stroger Hospital's merger plan spurred by a lower volume of pediatric cases
9/30/2015
Dignity Health plans $220 million in renovations
California health system plans a multi-phase improvement project across its 39-hospital network
9/30/2015
Health system uses IT with acquisition strategy
Citizen Memorial Hospital focusing on connecting its system
9/30/2015
Mass. hospital practices emergency planning
Lowell General Hospital prepares for disaster with an all-hazards plan
9/30/2015
Q&A on fire-rated barriers vs. smoke compartment barriers
In a recent Q&A on the FacilityCare website, consultant Brad Keyes answered a question on fire-rated barriers vs. smoke compartment barriers
9/30/2015
Union Village to be first integrated health village
Henderson, Nev., project will be first to integrate a healthcare center into retail, entertainment, residential and senior living, and culture centers, according to an article on the Healthcare Design website
9/30/2015
Seresco adds compact cabinet models to NE Series for small pool/spa room HVAC dehumidification
9/30/2015
Hospitals issue debt at fastest pace in three years
More nonprofit hospital bonds are being issued as concerns over the Affordable Care Act largely fade
9/29/2015
N.C. hospital first to use certified mobile compounding cleanroom
Duke Raleigh Hospital to use mobile cleanroom to assure uninterrupted pharmacy services
9/29/2015
307 hand-washing stations set for Jamaican healthcare facilities
Regional Health Authority is installing the stations as part of measures to improve infection control
9/29/2015
BIM can bring efficiency to facility management
A building information model (BIM) allows facilities managers to share information about building components from initial design through ongoing maintenance
9/29/2015
Federal funding may let VA finish Denver hospital
Funding measure would let the VA transfer $625 million from other accounts in its own budget
9/29/2015
What will tomorrow's OR look like?
The real question is how to transform a "simple" box into a 21st century technology-fueled, infection-free, and sleek surgical environment, according to an article on the Healthcare Design website
9/29/2015
What will tomorrow's OR look like?
The real question is how to transform a "simple" box into a 21st century technology-fueled, infection-free, and sleek surgical environment, according to an article on the Healthcare Design website
9/29/2015
Illuminating Engineering Society recognizes four Eaton LED products for technical achievement
9/29/2015
Bacteria-fighting copper making a comeback in hospitals
Hospitals are installing copper components on 'high-touch' surfaces
9/28/2015
Winston-Salem hospital overhauling dining venues
Wake Forest Baptist hospital is renovating its main cafeteria and other branded eatery spots on its main campus
9/28/2015
Meeting the emergency management requirement
Each of the six EM areas should be broken down to identify single-point-of-failure items and critical consumable resources
9/28/2015
Infographic addresses when to use bleach in healthcare facility
Managing spending while attacking HAIs can be a tough balance
9/28/2015
Massachusetts hospital honored for sustainability
HealthSouth Rehabilitation Hospital of Western Massachusetts has received a 2015 Redevelopment and Renewal Awards for sustainability impact, according to an article on the Healthcare Design website
9/28/2015
UPMC hires international expert on mold outbreaks
Transplant program is suspended after a fourth person contracts a fungal infection
9/25/2015
Drywall poses danger at max-security psych hospital
Patients are destroying the drywall and make weapons from materials found inside
9/25/2015
Utah health system opens hospital-based simulation center
LDS Hospital simulation center is designed to increase patient safety and improve clinical outcomes through hands-on scenarios
9/25/2015
Securing protected health information during file disposal
When a healthcare provider changes facilities, it is important that they understand how to properly dispose of or transfer PHI
9/25/2015
Connecticut hospital doubles size of emergency department
New Milford Hospital expansion includes a more efficient triage space, a centralized nursing station and private patient rooms
9/25/2015
Careful specifications can prevent flooring failure
Flaws often begin to occur at the base with the concrete slab
9/25/2015
Nora Lighting's Cobalt Retrofit Downlights now feature 4'' deep cone reflectors, new finishes
9/25/2015
Fungal cases at UPMC put focus on lack of transparency
There are no laws that require requires hospitals to report fungal infections
9/24/2015
Operating room environment can address strategic challenges
When operating rooms have the correct levels of HVAC, they can help hospitals decrease risk of infection
9/24/2015
Cleaning standards at UK hospital questioned with 22 C. diff cases in four months
James Cook Hospital cited for a lack of adequate isolation facilities and standards of cleanliness
9/24/2015
Okla. hospital tripling square footage, adding no beds
St. Anthony Shawnee Hospital expansion designed to meet the changing needs of patients and their families
9/24/2015
Low-cost ways to improve environmental services
Report includes staff-based initiatives to improve operations
9/24/2015
Q&A on E Size O2 cylinders with handles
In a recent Q&A on the FacilityCare website, consultant Brad Keyes answered a question on E Size O2 cylinders with handles
9/24/2015