Trending News - September 2023
How Do Building Automation Systems Impact Patients' Experiences?
BAS manufacturers discuss the contribution these systems have to patient comfort, safety and well-being.
9/29/2023
Patient Attacks and Blinds Roommate at South Florida State Hospital
Assessing aggressive behaviors and defusing tense situations are crucial to avoiding violent incidents.
9/28/2023
CityMD Bayside Collaborates with InviAir Diffusers
The diffusers were chosen to help the clinic’s HVAC system performance.
9/28/2023
Oak Valley Hospital District Experiences Data Breach
The incident had taken place between April 2023 and July 2023.
9/28/2023
Oak Valley Hospital District Experiences Data Breach
The incident had taken place between April 2023 and July 2023.
9/28/2023
How Important Is a Medical Gas Master Plan?
Proper planning ensures facilities have a reliable, resilient medical gas system to provide essential care.
9/27/2023
CDC Publishes Study on CRKP in New York City Public Health System
Hand hygiene, protective equipment and cleaning can help protect against drug-resistant bacteria spread.
9/27/2023
Horton Automatics Doors Used in Lancaster General Hospital ER Expansion
The doors will help accommodate the expected influx of patients.
9/27/2023
Creating an Inclusive Space for Everyone Through Universal Design
Designers are using their compassion to create inclusive spaces for all patients.
9/26/2023
Lehigh Valley Health Network and Children's Hospital of Philadelphia Announce Affiliation Agreement
The affiliation is to provide optimal care for children in the region.
9/26/2023
Four Healthcare Construction Best Practices
Strategies that prove effective can boost efficiency, lower costs and promote long-term success.
9/25/2023
Piedmont Henry Hospital to Expand with New Patient Tower
The project is expected to start in early 2024.
9/25/2023
Bill Proposed to Make Assaulting Healthcare Workers a Federal Crime
Efforts to reduce workplace violence in healthcare settings are coming from both health organizations and Capitol Hill.
9/22/2023
Disney and Pixar Art Puts Patients at Ease
Artwork and colors can affect the patient's experience.
9/21/2023
Healthcare Facilities Symposium and Expo Announces Award Winners
There were eight awards in total given out.
9/21/2023
UChicago Medicine Breaks Ground on New Cancer Care Pavilion
The facility is expected to open to patients in 2027.
9/21/2023
How To Choose Disinfectants for Emerging Viral Pathogens
Environmental services managers must be confident they are using a disinfectant that can eliminate a pathogenic virus on a surface.
9/20/2023
Joint Commission Launches Sustainable Healthcare Certification
Sustainability is a hot button issue that is sticking around in healthcare.
9/20/2023
SouthCoast Medical Group Experiences Possible Data Incident
The event may have exposed current and former patients’ information.
9/20/2023
Reside Health Transforms Space to Better Enhance Patient Experience
Reside Health transforms its space to create a comprehensive healthcare sanctuary for patients.
9/19/2023
Bienville Orthopaedic Specialists Experiences Data Breach
The data breach occurred back in March of 2023.
9/19/2023
Improving Patient Experience through Layout and Design
Designers are working with hospitals to accommodate new functions and procedures while keeping patients at ease.
9/18/2023
OGA Breaks Ground on Orthopaedic Office Building Complex
The 27,750-square-foot medical office building is expected to be completed in late 2024.
9/18/2023
How Proper Acoustics Impact Healthcare Facilities
They can help reduce noise levels and the stress patients or employees experience.
9/15/2023
How the FGI Guidelines for Healthcare Facilities are Created and Vetted
The process for a proposal to be accepted is long and rigorous.
9/14/2023
Making Lighting System Upgrades Work
Projects can present managers with a host of tough challenges, including scheduling and safety, that must be addressed in the planning stages
9/13/2023
Strong Memorial Hospital Breaks Ground on Expansion Project
The expansion is expected to be completed in 2027
9/13/2023
Eugene Mayor Calls on Oregon Governor to Intervene in Hospital Closure
When a facility closes, facilities management can help by managing the assets
9/13/2023
Strengthening Healthcare Emergency Management
National Health Care Preparedness and Response Capabilities are vital components of emergency management.
9/12/2023
Strengthening Healthcare Emergency Management
National Health Care Preparedness and Response Capabilities are vital components of emergency management.
9/12/2023
Skanska USA Finishes Orlando Health Jewett Orthopedic Institute
It is a combined inpatient and outpatient facility for orthopedic patients.
9/12/2023
Choosing a Disinfectant from a Crowded Field
It's time to clear out stock rooms, standardize products and select a new disinfectant.
9/11/2023
APIC Voices Concern Over Nursing Home Infection Preventionists
The association finds that there are too few infection preventionists on staff in nursing homes.
9/11/2023
APIC Voices Concern Over Nursing Home Infection Preventionists
The association finds that there are too few infection preventionists on staff in nursing homes.
9/11/2023
Do Different Parts of Healthcare Facilities Have Different Acoustic Needs?
Acoustics manufacturers discuss the different needs of the various areas of a healthcare facility.
9/8/2023
Do Different Parts of Healthcare Facilities Have Different Acoustic Needs?
Acoustics manufacturers discuss the different needs of the various areas of a healthcare facility.
9/8/2023
What Cyber Threats Exist for Healthcare Facilities?
As cyberattacks continue to increase, facility managers have a few options to defend against them.
9/7/2023
What Cyber Threats Exist for Healthcare Facilities?
As cyberattacks continue to increase, facility managers have a few options to defend against them.
9/7/2023
CDC Releases Hospital Sepsis Program Core Elements
It is intended to be a “manager’s guide” to organizing staff and identifying the resources that can help bring sepsis rates down.
9/7/2023
CDC Releases Hospital Sepsis Program Core Elements
It is intended to be a “manager’s guide” to organizing staff and identifying the resources that can help bring sepsis rates down.
9/7/2023
North Mississippi Health Services Routs Cyberattack in 17 Minutes
There is no indication that any information accessed has been misused.
9/7/2023
North Mississippi Health Services Routs Cyberattack in 17 Minutes
There is no indication that any information accessed has been misused.
9/7/2023
How to Choose Healthy, Sustainable Finishes for Healthcare Facilities
Evaluating the many variables behind material selection can be overwhelming. One strategy incorporates research on material sustainability.
9/6/2023
How to Choose Healthy, Sustainable Finishes for Healthcare Facilities
Evaluating the many variables behind material selection can be overwhelming. One strategy incorporates research on material sustainability.
9/6/2023
How to Choose Healthy, Sustainable Finishes for Healthcare Facilities
Evaluating the many variables behind material selection can be overwhelming. One strategy incorporates research on material sustainability.
9/6/2023
Adena Health Combatting False Reports of Legionnaire's Outbreak
Misinformation can be destructive to healthcare facilities.
9/6/2023
Hoar Construction Completes VA Mental Health Clinic in Tampa
The first patients are expected to be seen in January 2024.
9/6/2023
What to do When Swatting Happens
More healthcare facilities are falling victim to swatting incidents.
9/5/2023
What to do When Swatting Happens
More healthcare facilities are falling victim to swatting incidents.
9/5/2023