Trending News - January 2019
Flu activity elevated in most of the U.S.
CDC expects flu activity to remain elevated for a number of weeks
1/31/2019
Critical weather intelligence makes the difference in volunteer hurricane relief efforts
Weather tools help Team Rubicon respond quicker and reduce risks
1/31/2019
Updated FGI guidance focuses on designing mobile medical units
Number of higher-acuity patients being treated in mobile units increasing
1/31/2019
Lucile Packard expansion includes displacement ventilation
A shading system on the façade is used to prevent sunspots, which can throw off the displacement ventilation system, according to an article on the Healthcare Design website
1/31/2019
Middle Atlantic Transforms the Installation Experience With New Solutions Available at ISE 2019
1/31/2019
Two dead after pigeon dropping infection at Glasgow hospital
Control measures have been put in place amid further investigation
1/30/2019
UK infection measures reviewed after baby’s death
Pseudomonas bacteria are commonly found in soil, plants and water supplies
1/30/2019
Four ways to improve healthcare employees’ well-being
Healthcare facilities are introducing their own versions of on-site services, recreation, and design elements
1/30/2019
Regulations, Codes & Standards Q&A: Evacuation during a fire
Brad Keyes discusses regulations for evacuation during a fire
1/30/2019
Steps for effective emergency preparedness
Make sure your risk assessment and scenario planning are up to date and accurate
1/30/2019
Sunshine may kill bacteria in dust
Dust kept in the dark contained organisms closely linked to some respiratory diseases
1/30/2019
Attorney says clients contracted hepatitis from unsanitary N.J. health facility
Attorney represents hundreds of former patients of facility
1/29/2019
Nurse stabbed on job pushing for hospital safety changes
Massachusetts lawmakers failed to pass legislation in Wilson's name following her attack
1/29/2019
Top three design features to boost the patient experience
To remain competitive, building owners are looking for ways to better design their medical facilities
1/29/2019
Study: Ultraviolet disinfection 97.7% effective in operating rooms
Study examined a UV light technology that can be used in a range of healthcare settings
1/29/2019
Vanderbilt School of Nursing building designed to support wellness
The expansion was designed to target LEED Gold and WELL Silver certification
1/29/2019
Healthcare facilities' energy efficiency improves air quality
Salt Lake City Op-Ed says healthcare facilities' energy efficiency efforts can impact community health
1/29/2019
Security, Simplicity, and Occupant Comfort Will Define the Building Control Systems Industry in 2019
1/29/2019
How to free up capital for hospital renovations
Unload medical office buildings, other real estate
1/28/2019
How to prepare your facility for the future with evidence-based design
The approach of anchoring design decisions on credible research to produce the best results is palpably helping healthcare facilities improve patient outcomes while lowering costs
1/28/2019
Nashville General weighing future facility options
Hospital scouting existing buildings, raw land options
1/28/2019
Smart home technologies offer opportunities for senior living facilities
A Front Porch of Glendale, Calif., program focuses on using technology to support seniors’ health and well-being, according to an article on the Environments for Aging website
1/28/2019
How clean are healthcare facilities?
Thorough environmental cleaning is required to ensure that hospitals are safe for patients
1/28/2019
NFJX Becomes First Cable Landing Station Campus in North America to Achieve HIPAA Certification
1/28/2019
GRM’s Chart Acquisition & Verification Solution Cuts Days Sales Outstanding from Weeks to Days
1/28/2019
Top security concerns of assisted care facilities
IAHSS issued new guidance for handling violence
1/25/2019
Sanitizing a hospital mattress
The procedures are rarely completed properly, especially rinsing, negating the value of the process
1/25/2019
Planning for healthcare facility energy resiliency
A business approach supports long-term resiliency and sustainability
1/25/2019
DeBakey VA Medical Center renovation designed to support mental healthcare
The renovation of the Michael E. DeBakey VA Medical Center building in Houston comprises a vertical expansion and renovation to house the relocated Mental Health Clinic Trauma Recovery Program, according to an article on the Healthcare Design website
1/25/2019
Facility acoustics should be matched to a space's purpose
Soundmasking and other strategies can help attenuate the signal-to-noise ratio to what's appropriate for a given space.
1/25/2019
Privacy curtains challenge infection control efforts
Most facilities are still using privacy curtains to avoid expensive remodels
1/25/2019
