Blogs

The OR HVAC Puzzle: Why Individual Systems Are on the Rise

Extra penetrations, tight clearances and strict humidity needs—design experts explain what it really takes to plan dedicated units for each operating room.

8/5/2026

Whitfield Regional Hospital Reports June 2025 Data Breach

The organization will continually evaluate and modify its practices and internal controls to enhance the security and privacy of personal information.

8/5/2026

Whitfield Regional Hospital Reports June 2025 Data Breach

The organization will continually evaluate and modify its practices and internal controls to enhance the security and privacy of personal information.

8/5/2026

Silent Undercount: HAI Deaths Are Far Higher Than Reported

Several critical factors help explain inaccurate data on deaths from healthcare-associated infections.

8/4/2026

Loma Linda University Health Experiences Data Breach via AI Tool

A file containing limited patient information was inadvertently uploaded to an external artificial intelligence (AI) platform.

7/30/2026

Loma Linda University Health Experiences Data Breach via AI Tool

A file containing limited patient information was inadvertently uploaded to an external artificial intelligence (AI) platform.

7/30/2026

Turning Condensate Loss into a Systemwide Steam Efficiency Opportunity

Case study: How APM Steam helped Atrium Health Cabarrus uncover hidden steam system inefficiencies and build an actionable repair plan with a projected $144,949 in annual energy savings.

7/29/2026

The Leapfrog Group Publishes 2026 Ratings for Hospitals and ASCs

This year totaled more than 6,000 facilities nationwide.

7/29/2026

Going Solar with No Upfront Costs

300 kW solar system and roof upgrade delivered with no upfront cost for medical center association.

7/28/2026

Northwell Health Finds Energy Savings in Steam Systems

Case study: A proactive steam trap maintenance program is delivering millions in savings, fast payback and measurable carbon reductions across one of the nation’s largest health systems.

7/28/2026

Sustainability as a Baseline in Healthcare Facilities

Hospitals can balance costs, build resilience and learn from global models for sustainable design to further their green goals.

7/23/2026

Penobscot Valley Hospital Reports Data Security Incident

It immediately implemented its incident response procedures, took steps to secure systems and hired third-party forensic specialists to assist with an investigation.

7/23/2026

Penobscot Valley Hospital Reports Data Security Incident

It immediately implemented its incident response procedures, took steps to secure systems and hired third-party forensic specialists to assist with an investigation.

7/23/2026

Why Healthcare Facilities Management Is Critical to Patient Safety

Hospitals and other healthcare facilities rely on much more than doctors and nurses to keep patients safe.

7/22/2026

Brookdale Senior Living Announces Acquisition of the Brookdale Galleria Community

The 244-unit independent living and assisted living community is located directly adjacent to The Galleria shopping and entertainment complex.

7/22/2026

Erlanger Health System Falls Victim to Data Breach

Erlanger has no evidence of any improper use of the information because of this incident.

7/22/2026

Erlanger Health System Falls Victim to Data Breach

Erlanger has no evidence of any improper use of the information because of this incident.

7/22/2026

Technological Readiness: The Missing Construction Milestone

A new building can be complete by most measures but still not be technologically or operationally ready.

7/21/2026

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.

7/21/2026

Community Health Center of Buffalo Reports Data Breach

CHCB is working to review its existing data privacy policies and procedures.

7/21/2026

Community Health Center of Buffalo Reports Data Breach

CHCB is working to review its existing data privacy policies and procedures.

7/21/2026

CRAB Alert: The EVS Role in Preventing Infection

CRAB is a Gram-negative bacterium that causes bloodstream infections, ventilator-associated pneumonia, surgical wound infections and meningitis in hospitalized patients.

7/16/2026

CRAB Alert: The EVS Role in Preventing Infection

CRAB is a Gram-negative bacterium that causes bloodstream infections, ventilator-associated pneumonia, surgical wound infections and meningitis in hospitalized patients.

7/16/2026

Design, Compartmentation, Training: How Defend-in-Place Strategies Can Protect Patients

Effective defend-in-place strategies depend on compartmentation, fire-rated assemblies and ongoing staff training to protect patients who cannot quickly evacuate.

7/15/2026