Construction and Design
Mattresses Require Strict Care to Prevent Spread of Infections
Poor cleaning and disinfection techniques contribute to the persistent contamination of patient mattresses.
9/4/2025
The Children's Center of Hamden Reports Data Security Incident
The incident was detected on December 28, 2024.
9/4/2025
The Children's Center of Hamden Reports Data Security Incident
The incident was detected on December 28, 2024.
9/4/2025
Harlem Hospital Legionnaires' Outbreak Highlights Cooling Tower Risks
Seven deaths linked to the cooling towers underscore the need for stricter water system monitoring and preventive maintenance in healthcare settings.
9/3/2025
Harlem Hospital Legionnaires' Outbreak Highlights Cooling Tower Risks
Seven deaths linked to the cooling towers underscore the need for stricter water system monitoring and preventive maintenance in healthcare settings.
9/3/2025
Healthcare Security: To Arm Or Not To Arm?
Deciding whether or not to hire armed security personnel requires that managers understand a range of critical considerations.
9/2/2025
False Alarm at Kansas Hospital Highlights Importance of Alarm System Reliability
After a two-hour search of the hospital and nearby medical facilities, no threat was found.
9/2/2025
Integrated Oncology Network Caught Up in Data Breach
The network first learned of the incident on April 11, 2025.
9/2/2025
Integrated Oncology Network Caught Up in Data Breach
The network first learned of the incident on April 11, 2025.
9/2/2025
ISSA Introduces Healthcare Platform to Advance Safer, Cleaner Patient Environments
This new resource integrates training, research and cross-sector collaboration to raise care standards and improve patient outcomes.
8/29/2025
Third-Party Tracking Settlement is a Compliance Wake-Up Call for Healthcare Facilities Managers
Mount Sinai Health System agrees to a $5.3 million settlement to resolve claims it improperly shared patient data with Facebook through tracking tools.
8/28/2025
Aspire Rural Health System Reports Data Security Incident
Upon detecting the unauthorized activity, Aspire immediately worked to contain the incident and launched a thorough investigation.
8/28/2025
Aspire Rural Health System Reports Data Security Incident
Upon detecting the unauthorized activity, Aspire immediately worked to contain the incident and launched a thorough investigation.
8/28/2025
Fatal Flaws: Strategies for Active Attackers
Anything that goes wrong with the response is the liability exposure of the organization — not the employee and not the police.
8/27/2025
Detroit Hospital Shooting Underscores Need for Training and Preparedness
The shooting triggered a hospital lockdown and citywide manhunt before the alleged suspect’s capture.
8/27/2025
Safety Features Senior Living Communities Prioritize
Families want their loved one to be in a safe facility, leading designers to prioritize more safety features.
8/26/2025
University of Miami Health System Ensnared in Data Breach
An employee had gained unauthorized access to over 2,000 patient records.
8/26/2025
University of Miami Health System Ensnared in Data Breach
An employee had gained unauthorized access to over 2,000 patient records.
8/26/2025
Cybersecurity Law's Expiration Could Leave Healthcare Facilities Exposed
The pending sunset of CISA 2015 threatens to weaken critical information sharing that helps healthcare facilities defend against cyberattacks.
8/21/2025
Cybersecurity Law's Expiration Could Leave Healthcare Facilities Exposed
The pending sunset of CISA 2015 threatens to weaken critical information sharing that helps healthcare facilities defend against cyberattacks.
8/21/2025
The Fatal Flaws in Active Shooter Response in Healthcare Facilities
The most effective solutions to workplace violence are sophisticated emergency response planning and master level training for all employees.
8/20/2025
The Fatal Flaws in Active Shooter Response in Healthcare Facilities
The most effective solutions to workplace violence are sophisticated emergency response planning and master level training for all employees.
8/20/2025
Form Your Pit Crew: Key Takeaways From the 2025 Healthcare Innovations Conference
The Healthcare Innovations Conference brought together healthcare facility managers from across the country to collaborate on industry issues.
8/19/2025
Glens Falls Hospital Caught Up in Oracle Health Data Breach
As of November 2, 2024, Glens Falls Hospital no longer uses Oracle Health/Cerner as its electronic health record vendor.
8/19/2025
Glens Falls Hospital Caught Up in Oracle Health Data Breach
As of November 2, 2024, Glens Falls Hospital no longer uses Oracle Health/Cerner as its electronic health record vendor.
8/19/2025
Encompass Health and BSA Announce Joint Venture for Amarillo Hospital
The hospital is expected to open in late 2025.
8/18/2025
Healthy Buildings, Healthy Futures: IWBI and Georgetown Convene Policy Leaders in D.C.
The second annual Healthy Building Policy Summit unites stakeholders to advance policies that make every building a catalyst for well-being, resilience and thriving communities.
8/15/2025
California Bill Could Shift Workers' Comp Burden for Hospitals
SB 632 would presume more than half of hospital injury claims are job-related, raising cost, staffing and liability concerns for facilities leaders.
8/14/2025
Sabine County Hospital Falls Victim to Data Breach
There is no evidence suggesting that any of this information was accessed or misused.
8/14/2025
Sabine County Hospital Falls Victim to Data Breach
There is no evidence suggesting that any of this information was accessed or misused.
8/14/2025