Trending News - January 2018
CDC says deadly flu season has a way to go
Based on the latest data, the flu season may not have peaked yet
1/31/2018
Before Nebraska hospital is demolished, former workers share stories
The Beatrice Community Hospital and Health Center building will come down after crews remove asbestos before the final demolition
1/31/2018
CMS to investigate University of Maryland hospital after patient dumping
A video of a woman discharged in her hospital gown went viral on Facebook
1/31/2018
Regulations, Codes & Standards Q&A: Cardboard shipping boxes
Brad Keyes discusses cardboard shipping boxes
1/31/2018
FORUM MEDIA GROUP acquires Trade Press Media Group, Inc.
The Healthcare Facilities Today website is part of Trade Press Media Group, Inc.
1/31/2018
Louisiana wellness center designed for healthier community
Thibodaux Regional Medical Center’s new wellness facility was designed as a clinical pathway that integrates wellness, according to an article on the Healthcare Design website
1/31/2018
Healthcare facilities need disaster recovery plans for EHR security
Having a current backup plan and contingency plan are federal requirements under the HIPAA Security Rule
1/30/2018
Tips for upgrading, replacing healthcare facility equipment
With multiple systems, a proactive planning process is critical
1/30/2018
Staff: Two assaults by patients at Manitoba hospital within an hour show 'something has to be done'
The assaults happened at the locked forensic psychiatry unit at the Health Sciences Centre in Winnipeg
1/30/2018
Developing a water management program
The impact of Legionnaires' disease is particularly dangerous in healthcare facilities
1/30/2018
California wildfires tested hospitals' disaster plans
There is more pressure for hospitals to be prepared even though many lack the resources and funding to upgrade their disaster plans
1/30/2018
Healthcare facilities slammed by flu treating patients in tents
Hospitals are asking staff to work overtime, setting up triage tents, restricting visitors and canceling elective surgeries
1/29/2018
Milwaukee hospital employees suspended for leaving homeless patient in cold
Staff discharged a mentally ill homeless man clothed in only a hospital gown and scrub pants
1/29/2018
Integrative design plus early commissioning role prevent building performance problems
Lessons from past projects should inform new designs
1/29/2018
New safety concerns rise at Montreal hospital
The Montreal General Hospital reports more violent incidents involving patients and visitors than any other acute-care hospital in Quebec
1/29/2018
Benefits of maintenance planning and scheduling
It can be difficult to justify a full-time MPS position, but you should be able to justify the function
1/29/2018
Lawsuit to return funds to replace Long Beach hospital dismissed
Group claimed Federal Emergency Management Agency disaster funds should have been used to make Long Beach Medical Center a full-service hospital
1/29/2018
Joint Commission Center for Transforming Healthcare Appoints Director of Customer Engagement
1/29/2018
Super Bowl LII to impact hospital access in Minneapolis
Road closures make it difficult for patients to reach Hennepin County Medical Center
1/26/2018
Texas hospital evacuated after gas leaks from sewer line
Patients and staff at Baylor Scott & White Emergency Center were cleared from the building
1/26/2018
Study looks at impact of noise-reducing curtain in healthcare facilities
Research also examined the practical implications of adopting the enhanced curtains, according to an article on the Healthcare Design website
1/26/2018
Pennsylvania prison system unveils healthcare wing
New 10,000-square-foot facility is a response to an ever-increasing population
1/26/2018
Chicago hospitals dealing with worst flu season in a decade
Hospitals stocking more hand sanitizer and implementing stricter visitor policies
1/25/2018
Calif. healthcare facility ED has bedbug emergency
Kaweah Delta staff and a pest control company treated the emergency department and surrounding areas
1/25/2018
Can a different approach to printer security benefit facilities management?
Hospitals have seen an 11 percent increase in print post implementation of EHRs
1/25/2018
UPMC Pinnacle changing environmental, food service vendor
Switch will affect more than 450 workers
1/25/2018
San Jose VA clinic to be designed with healing oasis
The design will incorporate air, light and space to support the healing process
1/25/2018
Judge orders new superbug trial for Olympus
Court said manufacturer didn't properly disclose safety concerns
1/24/2018
Low water pressure forces closures for New Orleans hospitals
Several healthcare facilities in the New Orleans area closed after losing water service amid freezing temperatures
1/24/2018
NFPA developing minimum requirements for active shooter response
National Fire Protection Association fast-tracking a new standard designed to better prepare facilities for active shooters
1/24/2018
HVAC systems – replace, repair or upgrade?
An alternative to replacing the entire chiller or HVAC unit is upgrading those system components that are causing the most downtime and consuming the most power
1/24/2018
Regulations, Codes & Standards Q&A: Fire-treated wood in walls
Brad Keyes discusses guidance on existing hazardous rooms vs. new construction
1/24/2018
Free webinar tomorrow: Compliance & Inspections: 5 Top Areas You Need To Focus On
Attend this free webcast to learn about key compliance areas to focus on, and how to create compliance wins in your organization with the help of technology
1/24/2018
