Building Envelope Design: Beyond Energy Efficiency
An integrated approach to envelope design can create more comfortable and energy-efficient hospitals.
4/30/2026
Outpatient Surge Reshapes Long-Term Strategy for Medical Outpatient Buildings
Demographic tailwinds, policy uncertainty and shifting care models are pushing health systems to rethink how and where they invest in outpatient facilities.
4/30/2026
Mercy Medical Center to Be Integrated into Baystate Health
Until the transition is complete and receives all regulatory approvals, Mercy Medical Center and Baystate Health will continue to operate independently.
4/30/2026
Managing IAQ in Healthcare Facilities During Wildfires
Wildfires are becoming more prevalent across the country. Facilities must be prepared to handle their effects on air quality.
4/29/2026
From Cooling Towers to Cost Savings: Hospital Seizes Power-Saving Opportunity
Case study: Arkansas hospital increases energy efficiency by diagnosing cooling tower issues and treating its entire mechanical system.
4/29/2026
Building Hospital Resilience in an Era of Extreme Weather
Expert Jennifer Mahan discusses the vulnerabilities healthcare facilities face during disasters and the infrastructure strategies that keep operations running.
4/29/2026
Design Standards as Strategic Assets
Done correctly, standards benefit healthcare environments, staff, patients and families.
4/28/2026
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Rising Violence is Exposing Gaps in Hospital Security
Security experts outline how healthcare facilities can move beyond traditional security to more proactive and coordinated systems.
4/28/2026
Murray County Medical Center Reports Data Security Incident
MCMC has implemented several measures to enhance its security posture and reduce the risk of similar future incidents.
4/28/2026
Probiotic Cleaning: A Complementary Strategy for Safer Hospital Floors
Managers seeking more resilient approaches to environmental hygiene are turning to probiotic systems to supplement traditional disinfection.
4/23/2026
VITAS Healthcare Breaks Ground on New Inpatient Hospice Center in Florida
The 14,000-square-foot VITAS inpatient hospice center will open in 2027 and serve 500+ patients annually.
4/23/2026
Mile Bluff Medical Center Disrupted by Data Security Event
While some services experienced limited and temporary interruptions, the impact has been narrow in scope.
4/23/2026
The Proper Way to Use Cleaning Carts
Environmental services use cleaning carts every day, but they are often overlooked. Keeping them clean and properly stocked is key to preventing infection in healthcare facilities.
4/22/2026
JPS Health Network Breaks Ground on New Hospital
The project includes construction of a new inpatient hospital and expansion of the existing Pavilion.
4/22/2026
Saint Anthony Hospital Reports Email Breach
They are not aware of any evidence that any information has been misused as a result of this email incident.
4/22/2026
Healthcare Facilities are Shifting Toward More Holistic Designs
As healthcare moves toward prevention and long-term wellness, the Alice L. Walton Healthcare Campus illustrates how design strategies are evolving to support this transition.
4/21/2026
Froedtert Hospital Unveils Six-Level Parking Structure
The new garage, which boasts a glass-enclosed design and modern parking management technology, elevates the parking experience.
4/21/2026
Nemours Children's Breaks Ground on New Multi-Specialty Care Facility in Melbourne
With construction set to officially begin this summer, Nemours Children’s Health, Viera is expected to open in the summer of 2027.
4/21/2026
Designing for Caregiver-Centered Support Spaces
When healthcare environments are designed to meet the needs of caregivers and patients, everyone who relies on the system experiences better outcomes.
4/16/2026
Novant Health Gets Approval for Wesley Chapel Medical Center
The 32-bed hospital will be located in Monroe and is expected to be completed in 2030.
4/16/2026
Rocky Mountain Associated Physicians Falls Victim to Data Breach
On February 2, 2026, Rocky Mountain confirmed that certain patient information may have been compromised because of a data security incident.
4/16/2026