Facility Operations
Infection Control is Key to Ongoing Measles Outbreak
Infection control is essential to protecting both patients and staff from contracting measles.
7/10/2025
Probiotic Cleaners: The Start of a Cleaning Revolution?
Advantages of probiotic cleaning include fewer resistant genes and cost savings through decreased antibiotic use.
7/9/2025
Gun Incident Highlights Need for Security Infrastructure
A man was arrested at Aultman Memorial Hospital after allegedly firing a gun in the ER.
7/9/2025
Creative Solutions in Healthcare Acquires 5 Skilled Nursing Facilities
Each location is planned to begin substantial upgrades to infrastructure and resident services.
7/9/2025
Over 700 Hospitals at Risk of Closure
Hospitals are citing financial problems at the main cause of potential closure.
7/8/2025
Astrana Health Fully Acquires Prospect Health
They completed the acquisition of Prospect Health for a total purchase price of $708 million.
7/8/2025
Hospitals Recognized for Sustainability, Resilience Achievements
The 496 healthcare organizations have demonstrated leadership in sustainability, environmental stewardship and climate resilience.
7/7/2025
Caravel Autism Health Opens New Therapy Clinic in Missouri
The clinic features colorful, sensory-friendly spaces.
7/7/2025
On the Lookout: The Software Supply Chain as a Healthcare Cyberattack Vector
Staying watchful of third-party software vendors and their activities is critical for healthcare cybersecurity.
7/3/2025
On the Lookout: The Software Supply Chain as a Healthcare Cyberattack Vector
Staying watchful of third-party software vendors and their activities is critical for healthcare cybersecurity.
7/3/2025
EVS Leadership Culture Critical in Preventing Hospital-Acquired Sepsis
Cleaning is an essential yet complex component for the prevention of HAI-induced sepsis.
7/2/2025
Man Dies by Suicide in Emergency Department Waiting Room at Kansas Hospital
No staff or patients were harmed, and the man was alone in the waiting area when he shot himself.
7/2/2025
Legionella Detected at Michigan Health Facility
Case follows a similar finding of Legionnaires’ disease in a former patient.
6/30/2025
Hospital Evacuation Highlights Importance of Emergency Preparedness
Berger Hospital was evacuated after smoke was discovered in the basement.
6/27/2025
Building a Culture of Infection Prevention
Investing in infection prevention can benefit healthcare organizations and patient outcomes.
6/26/2025
Arkansas Urology Associates Experiences Data Security Incident
The incident occurred in March.
6/26/2025
Arkansas Urology Associates Experiences Data Security Incident
The incident occurred in March.
6/26/2025
Chicago Hospital Evacuated After HVAC Failure
Hospital officials say equipment repairs could take up to two weeks.
6/25/2025
McLaren Health Care Ensnared in Data Breach
The data security incident occurred around August 5, 2024.
6/25/2025
McLaren Health Care Ensnared in Data Breach
The data security incident occurred around August 5, 2024.
6/25/2025
Weapon Detection Systems Prevent Security Events
Hospitals are prioritizing security screenings in the rise of workplace violence.
6/24/2025
Weapon Detection Systems Prevent Security Events
Hospitals are prioritizing security screenings in the rise of workplace violence.
6/24/2025
Case Study: AdventHealth Altamonte Springs Completes Canopy Solar Project
The 3-megawatt photovoltaic system is now powering approximately a third of the corporate campus's electricity needs with solar energy.
6/20/2025
Case Study: AdventHealth Altamonte Springs Completes Canopy Solar Project
The 3-megawatt photovoltaic system is now powering approximately a third of the corporate campus's electricity needs with solar energy.
6/20/2025
How Carilion Clinic Cut HAIs by Over 50 Percent with IPC Expansion
An investment in infection prevention staffing during the pandemic led to improvements in patient safety and key quality metrics.
6/19/2025
Environmental Services Workers Deserve More Respect
Cleaning professionals are essential partners in preventing and controlling infectious diseases in healthcare facilities.
6/18/2025
Two Maine Hospital Systems Continue to Recover from Cyberattacks
The fallout from the cyberattacks created delays in patient care.
6/18/2025
Two Maine Hospital Systems Continue to Recover from Cyberattacks
The fallout from the cyberattacks created delays in patient care.
6/18/2025
Griffin Health Improves Patient Safety and Prevents HAIs with Electronic Hand Hygiene System
Case study: The system is used in all patient units, including the emergency department and ambulatory services.
6/13/2025
Virginia Hospital Goes into Lockdown Following Admission of Shooting Victim
The hospital followed standard protocol by restricting access to ensure safety.
6/12/2025
