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Partnering on Personnel: Strategies for Success
Environmental services in healthcare have special staffing circumstances. They must meet stringent compliance standards and maintain accreditations.
7/7/2026
Kaiser Permanente Opens First Two Medical Offices in Northern Nevada
These are part of its joint venture with Renown Health.
7/7/2026
Acadia Healthcare Reports Data Breach
This incident did not disrupt Acadia’s operations or its ability to care for patients.
7/7/2026
How Pointcore Helped Standardize Facilities Performance Through Data Visibility
7/1/2026
Acadia Healthcare Reports Data Breach
This incident did not disrupt Acadia’s operations or its ability to care for patients.
7/7/2026
High-Performance EFCO Systems Shape MUSC's New Black River Medical Center
Case study: A sweeping curved-glass entrance, impact-resistant envelope and energy-efficient fenestration support a sustainable, resilient design for one of South Carolina’s newest rural hospitals.
7/2/2026
Heritage Valley Health System to Officially Affiliate with Alleghany Health Network
With the affiliation now complete, Heritage Valley Beaver and Heritage Valley Sewickley will be rebranded.
7/2/2026
Banner Health to Sell Banner Lassen Medical Center to Quorum Health
The transaction is expected to be completed in December 2026, pending required regulatory approvals.
7/1/2026
Why Identity Governance Is Becoming a Facilities Management Issue
As healthcare buildings grow more connected, weak identity controls can expose HVAC, security and other critical systems to serious risk.
6/30/2026
Why Identity Governance Is Becoming a Facilities Management Issue
As healthcare buildings grow more connected, weak identity controls can expose HVAC, security and other critical systems to serious risk.
6/30/2026
Making Multi-Site Lighting Upgrades Work
Success requires a program structure that connects audits, financial analysis, rebate administration, procurement, scheduling and closeout documentation.
6/25/2026
Blackbird Health Opens 10th Clinic in Pennsylvania
The Bala Cynwyd clinic represents Blackbird Health's 13th location overall.
6/25/2026
Healthcare Construction Infection Control: Essential CDC Guidelines for Active Facilities
Construction and renovations happen, but that doesn’t mean infection prevention can take a backseat. The CDC has some recommendations for maintaining best practices during construction.
6/24/2026
Protecting the Most Vulnerable: Inside the NICU
SSM Health St. Mary’s Hospital leaders share how maintaining power, air quality and essential systems helps protect patients during their most vulnerable moments.
6/24/2026
Kora Behavioral Health Officially Opens in Lancaster, Pennsylvania
The new outpatient treatment center serves Lancaster County and Central Pennsylvania.
6/24/2026
Safety Features Senior Living Communities Prioritize
Families want their loved one to be in a safe facility, leading designers to prioritize more safety features.
6/23/2026
Cherry Health Reports Data Breach Incident
It presently has no evidence that any such information has been used to commit identity theft or fraud.
6/23/2026
Cherry Health Reports Data Breach Incident
It presently has no evidence that any such information has been used to commit identity theft or fraud.
6/23/2026
Can Rural Hospitals Be Saved?
More than 700 rural hospitals nationwide face the risk of closure. A new report highlights solutions that could improve long-term sustainability.
6/18/2026
The Hidden Risks of QAC Disinfectants in Healthcare Facilities
Quaternary ammonium compounds are a popular disinfectant choice, but they may be causing more harm than good. A review outlines the problems with QACs and offers a solution.
6/17/2026
Sprinkler Compliance: Navigating Code Mandates, Renovation Triggers and Patient Safety
As CMS deadlines approach and renovation projects accelerate, healthcare facility managers must understand how NFPA 101, state fire codes and sprinkler design strategies intersect.
6/17/2026
Baptist Health Acquires South Arkansas Regional Hospital
Now operating as Baptist Health Medical Center-El Dorado, the 151-bed facility is the 13th hospital in the Baptist Health system.
6/17/2026
Carvel Autism Health to Open New Therapy Clinic in Altoona, Iowa
The clinic features colorful, sensory-friendly spaces where children work one-on-one with therapists.
6/16/2026
Cleanliness in Hospitals: Clinical Priority and Community Perception
EVS managers and communities value cleanliness for complementary reasons: managers for safety and compliance, communities for trust and comfort.
6/11/2026
Clarinda Regional Health Center Reports Data Security Incident
On or around December 15, 2025, Clarinda learned that certain data within its network may have been accessed without authorization.
6/11/2026
Clarinda Regional Health Center Reports Data Security Incident
On or around December 15, 2025, Clarinda learned that certain data within its network may have been accessed without authorization.
6/11/2026
Gaps in Nurses' Environmental Cleaning Knowledge Grow Amid Rising EVS Pressures
Environmental cleaning is crucial in preventing HAIs, but when the responsibility falls to those outside of EVS teams, problems arise.
6/10/2026
Jackson Hospital Falls Victim to Third-Party Cybersecurity Incident
Jackson Hospital has no evidence that any personal information has been or will be used for identity theft as a direct result of this incident.
6/10/2026
Jackson Hospital Falls Victim to Third-Party Cybersecurity Incident
Jackson Hospital has no evidence that any personal information has been or will be used for identity theft as a direct result of this incident.
6/10/2026
Staffing and Consolidation Reshape Outpatient Facility Strategies
Labor shortages and health system consolidation are driving new approaches to outpatient facility planning.
6/4/2026
Adams Health Network Falls Victim to Phishing Attack
Adams Health Network does not have any evidence that the attacker was seeking patient information.
6/4/2026
