Safety - May 2019
Report says Florida needs to do more to fight disease, other threats
The state lags the national average in healthcare delivery
5/23/2019
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Clean water restored to Minn. hospital after power outage
A power outage released too much lime into the city’s water supply
5/23/2019
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Calif. hospital looking at options after seismic retrofit funding denied
Hospital leaders have started a public relations campaign reaching out to a diverse group of community members
5/23/2019
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One third of hospitals earn 'A' in Leapfrog's spring ratings
Of the more than 2,600 hospitals graded, 32 percent earned an "A"
5/22/2019
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Illinois hospital nearly shut down by floods
Healthcare system wants the city to revamp water drainage system
5/17/2019
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Extinguish these myths about fire emergencies
Understanding how occupants react can help with preparation
5/16/2019
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State probe finds Duluth facility's neglect allowed resident to drink cleaning chemical
The facility failed to implement safety precautions, the report said
5/16/2019
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Preventing hospital falls with slip-resistant grab bar surfaces
Studies have shown that slips and falls are a serious patient safety issue facing healthcare facilities
5/10/2019
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Hospital safety evolves after historical St. Anthony fire
The fire killed 77 people and lasted just under two hours
5/6/2019
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