From academic medical centers to regional community hospitals, the need is being driven by a larger patient population — including seniors — ending up in the ICU as people live longer and treatment improves, according to an article on the Healthcare Design website
Healthcare facilities from academic medical centers to regional community hospitals are facing a critical need for ICUs, according to an article on the Healthcare Design website. The need is being driven by a larger patient population — including seniors — that is ending up in the ICU as people live longer and treatment improves.
February 15, 2017
Topic Area: Renovations
Seeking Standards for Microbial Loads in Healthcare FacilitiesWhy is there no binding standard for the acceptable microbial load on surfaces or in the air in hospitals?
UCR Health Unveils Plans for Major ExpansionThe vision for the site will include an outpatient diagnostic center and possible future expansion.
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Central Maine Healthcare Dealing with IT System OutageThe organization identified unusual activity within their computer software, prompting them to secure and shut off all IT systems.
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