Infection Control
CMS has redefined a hospital to include tents and dorm rooms
Hospital safety rules relaxed amid coronavirus
4/3/2020
US military is working to convert N.Y. buildings into hospitals in three or four weeks
The US Army Corps of Engineers is retrofitting hotels and dormitories
4/3/2020
Healthcare workers’ masks donated by Facebook were stockpiled after wildfires
Many healthcare facilities’ frontline workers don’t have the proper protective equipment
4/3/2020
Newly approved machine can decontaminate 80,000 respirator masks a day
The decontamination system uses vapor phase hydrogen peroxide to decontaminate the masks
4/2/2020
Healthcare facilities in Nebraska are experimenting with new equipment disinfecting technique
Ultraviolet light is being used to decontaminate medical supplies at the University of Nebraska Medical Center in Omaha
4/2/2020
Coronavirus will affect not-for-profit hospitals for the longterm
Many hospitals are canceling profitable elective surgeries
4/2/2020
Shuttered hospitals reopening as COVID-19 spreads
State and local governments across the nation are rushing to reopen facilities
4/1/2020
CDC says expired equipment from stockpile OK
The Strategic National Stockpile is a supply of lifesaving drugs and medical supplies
3/31/2020
Javits Center, other facilities temporary hospital sites in NYC
Center will have a total of 2,000 temporary hospital beds
3/31/2020
Navy hospital ship sails to Los Angeles to help with hospital crunch
The former oil supertanker won’t take coronavirus patients
3/31/2020
Coronavirus’s impact on healthcare IT: Supporting real-time needs of hospitals in crisis
Part 1: Navigating device management and redistribution
3/31/2020
Equipment and environment need infection control attention
Coronavirus can remain on surfaces long after a patient infects a certain area or item
3/30/2020
Health systems urged to be ready for 15 or 20 percent of staff to have own coronavirus issues
Colorado plans to bring in contract nurses from out of state as well as medical students and professionals
3/30/2020
Illinois lawmakers working to curb Legionnaires’ Disease
New bill focuses on water quality, distribution
3/30/2020
A rural hospital's ‘improvises’ during coronavirus outbreak
Coronavirus pandemic presents significant challenges for rural hospitals
3/30/2020
Three coronavirus questions hospital asks before allowing entry into buildings
The questions were suggested by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention
3/30/2020
Michigan healthcare facilities vary in coronavirus screening protocols
Hospitals are implementing state coronavirus restrictions
3/27/2020
Hospital ready with mobile hazmat tent if needed for coronavirus
Tent could be used to safely move a coronavirus patient into the hospital without putting anyone else at risk
3/27/2020
Washington hospital workers make masks from office supplies
Workers are dealing with a severe shortage of equipment
3/26/2020
Some hospitals need emergency stocks for coronavirus
Hospitals in that situation can contact their local county health department or EMS agency
3/26/2020
Keeping hospital ice machines safe from coronavirus
Following proper ice handling procedures is one more way to stop the spread of infectious diseases like COVID-19
3/25/2020
As coronavirus spreads, hospitals deal with shortages
There are approximately 95,000 intensive care beds in the country
3/25/2020
‘Airborne precautions’ eyed for healthcare staffs after study shows coronavirus can survive in air
Scientists are looking at how humidity, temperature and ultraviolet lighting affects the disease
3/24/2020
Maryland hospitals setting up ‘triage tents’ to assess coronavirus patients
Some hospitals might also use the tents to triage those experiencing noncoronavirus-related symptoms
3/24/2020
People are stealing masks and other sterile supplies from hospitals
US officials have estimated the country only has about 1% of the masks needed for healthcare professionals
3/24/2020
Utah hospital sets up negative pressure tents for coronavirus
The tents are completely self-sustaining
3/23/2020
What hospitals need to do to prepare and respond to the COVID-19 outbreak
The spike in U.S. cases and daily reports of medical personnel exposure, is that hospital preparedness is critical to avoid a disaster
3/23/2020
U.S. hospitals may face severe PPE shortage
Survey suggests there may be a three-fold increase in demand for N95 masks
3/23/2020
V.A. preps to support healthcare system during coronavirus
Agency is legally designated as nation’s backup health system
3/23/2020
Study: Hospitals will run out of beds if coronavirus cases spike
No state will have enough room for novel coronavirus patients if the surge in severe cases here mirrors that in other countries
3/20/2020
U.S. healthcare facilities offer different pictures of coronavirus preparedness
Some believe their health systems are equipped, others aren't sure
3/20/2020
What hospitals are telling workers about coronavirus
Healthcare providers urged to take 'conservative approach'
3/20/2020
The challenge of mold in modern hospitals and healthcare facilities
Not only does mold cause structural damage to the facility costing them money and potential lost revenue, mold has been directly attributed to healthcare associated infections
3/20/2020
Many highly rated nursing homes have infection-control lapses
Sixty-one percent of nursing homes were cited for one or more infection-control deficiencies in the past few years
3/19/2020
Boston hospital braces for pandemic with warehouse of emergency supplies
Massachusetts General Hospital's facility contains stockpiles of critical items
3/18/2020
Nurses beg for protective gear and better planning amid coronavirus
Nurses in Washington State and California said they have had to beg for N95 masks
3/18/2020
Coronavirus preparedness planning for senior living communities
Prepare by keeping up with current events and be ready to implement additional recommendations as they become available
3/17/2020
Nursing homes urged to be extra vigilant on coronavirus
The novel coronavirus that originated is highly transmissible in ways scientists yet don’t fully understand
3/17/2020
Some Amazon sellers accused of price gouging hand sanitizers
Amazon has about 5 million sellers on its site, and 50 percent of its sales are by third-party sellers
3/17/2020
Occupational groups that are at high risk for coronavirus
Healthcare workers have a high risk of contracting coronavirus
3/17/2020
Study finds bacteria in ancient Irish soil stops growth of superbugs
Happy St. Patrick's Day!
3/17/2020
CMS: Main survey focus will be on infection control preparedness
The shift lets inspectors to focus on the spread of the coronavirus disease
3/16/2020
Blog: Why hospitals and nursing homes are likely coronavirus epicenters
Officials should focus on getting nursing homes ready
3/16/2020
Florida man can’t bring life-size Trump cutout to dialysis center because of safety, infection control
The man spends about three and a half hours a day, three days a week undergoing dialysis
3/16/2020
U.S. hospital with coronavirus patients share lessons
Patients are being treated in isolation rooms
3/13/2020
Infection control violations may suggest many hospitals not ready for coronavirus
An outbreak would demand peak performance
3/13/2020
Coronavirus evacuees monitored at Texas Center for Infectious Disease
Facility’s primary function is to treat tuberculosis patients
3/12/2020
Seattle nursing home coronavirus outbreak spotlights elder care risk
Age and close living conditions can increase danger
3/12/2020
N.Y. hospital reduce C. diff rates with process changes
Changes include enhanced monitoring for room turnovers
3/12/2020
CDC estimates flu deaths at 20,000 this season
This season the flu has caused 34 million illnesses
3/11/2020
Design and maintenance key to avoiding mold in healthcare facilities
Candida auris is now one of the world’s most feared microbes in healthcare settings
3/11/2020
Impact of superbugs on infection control strategies
By paying closer attention to the maintenance and performance of doors, hinges, closers, and fire-exit hardware, managers can help improve the safety and security of their facilities
3/11/2020
Healthcare workers question safety measures while prepping for coronavirus
Some say the medical community wasn't fully prepared for previous viruses, like SARS and Ebola — and they're concerned that lessons learned are not being applied
3/10/2020
Judge orders release of Seattle Children's mold records
The judge scolded Public Health of Seattle & King County for staying silent for so long in a case that has been in court for several months
3/10/2020
How are hospitals screening for the coronavirus?
Healthcare facilities are stepping up screening efforts
3/10/2020
Seattle Homeland Security facility shuts down over coronavirus fears
An employee there may be infected with coronavirus
3/10/2020
Anxiety grows as N.Y prepares for epidemic
No confirmed cases have appeared in N.Y., but officials have begun to prepare for the possibility
3/10/2020
Quarantines were almost obsolete, but facilities are now needed
Governments are trying to find somewhere to put coronavirus patients
3/9/2020
U.S. healthcare facilities short on face masks
Many of the protective face masks used in the U.S. are manufactured in China
3/9/2020
Facilities could be liable if healthcare personnel test positive for coronavirus
If an employee tests positive for coronavirus they contracted while working, or they unknowingly brought the disease to work and infected others, employers can be held liable for a workers’ compensation claim. Find out how to curb your risk.
3/6/2020
Humidifier linked to deadly mold issue at Seattle Children's
The humidifier had was not used for a decade
3/6/2020
Integrated, bundled approach can fight HAIs
Infection control specialists must know how to design and implement an effective infection prevention program
3/6/2020
County declares emergency after a ninth death was reported in Washington state
King County is purchasing a motel to house coronavirus patients. Washington's death toll is now 10.
3/5/2020
Federal government says it won’t put coronavirus patients in Costa Mesa
The patients have been quarantined at Travis Air Force Base in Northern California
3/5/2020
Increased healthcare facility sanitation practices may not stop C. difficile spread
Research stresses C. Diff is not just a hospital problem
3/4/2020
Hospitals urged to do these four things to prepare for a pandemic
Healthcare facilities should review pandemic and surge plans
3/4/2020
Second U.S. coronavirus-related death reported in Washington state
The total number of individuals who have tested positive for coronavirus in the area has risen to 10
3/3/2020
CDC confirms first U.S. coronavirus case of unknown origin
The infected individual had no known exposure to the virus through travel or close contact with a known infected person
3/3/2020
Surveyors expected to stress longterm care facilities' infection control compliance amid coronavirus outbreak
Providers were encouraged to review information on the 2019 Novel Coronavirus
3/3/2020
Coronavirus outbreak should spark focus on infection control
It’s a good time to review transmission-based precautions
3/3/2020
U.S. passengers cruise ship who tested positive for the coronavirus going to Alabama facility
Center for Domestic Preparedness in Anniston is a FEMA training facility
3/3/2020
CDC warns of U.S. coronavirus outbreaks
Clusters of infection are likely in American communities
2/28/2020
Emergency prep experts are urging Americans to stock up on supplies for coronavirus
Public health officials warn about more cases coming to the United States
2/28/2020
UPMC, linen supplier settle fungal infection victims' families
The lawsuits accused UPMC and Paris Cleaners of negligence
2/28/2020
Dedicated ambulance used to transport San Antonio coronavirus patient
The San Antonio case was the 15th confirmed case in the U.S.
2/27/2020
CDC prepares for possible coronavirus pandemic in the US
Health officials say that they expect more cases to arise and are planning for the worst case scenario
2/27/2020
EPA registers first disinfectants effective against Candida auris
C. auris cases in U.S. top 1,000
2/26/2020
California city gets court order to delay establishing a coronavirus quarantine site
The restraining order prevents transportation of anyone infected with or exposed to the coronavirus to Costa Mesa
2/26/2020
Survey: Doctors aren't confident about U.S. preparedness for outbreak
The recent survey found that most doctors aren't very worried about the coronavirus, but their patients are
2/26/2020
34 people have tested positive for coronavirus in the U.S.
This includes 21 cases of returning travelers, as well as 13 U.S. cases
2/25/2020
Baby with heart condition dies after mold exposure at Seattle hospital
14 patients had developed surgical site infections from Aspergillus since 2001
2/25/2020
Protecting staff, supplies amid coronavirus
Concerns may be contributing to a growing shortage of personal protective equipment
2/25/2020
Study finds coronavirus may have multiple infection routes
Scientists report evidence of an oral-fecal transmission route
2/24/2020
Scientists invent germ-fighting fabric for healthcare
The team is working to embed a germ-killing agent into hospital garments
2/24/2020
CMS stresses infection control basics amid coronavirus outbreak
CMS sent a memo to state survey agency directors urging them to double down on compliance
2/24/2020
Disinfecting surfaces in coronavirus outbreak
Human coronaviruses can remain active on surfaces such as metal, glass, or plastic for up to 9 days after exposure
2/21/2020
How to care for patients with possible coronavirus
Spread is thought to occur mostly from close contact via respiratory droplets
2/21/2020
BBC website offers visual guide to Coronavirus outbreak
The virus has killed more than 2,000 so far - more than the 774 killed in the 2003 Sars epidemic
2/20/2020
CDC estimates the flu has sickened 22 million
There have been 210,000 hospitalizations and 12,000 deaths
2/20/2020
Coronaviruses can survive on surfaces for up to 9 days
Study finds virus remains infectious at room temperature for more than a week
2/19/2020
CDC estimates flu deaths at 14,000
The CDC estimates the flu has caused 26 million illnesses, 250,000 hospitalizations this season
2/19/2020
How coronavirus compares to flu, Ebola, other outbreaks
National Geographic creates a chart to explain the comparison
2/19/2020
New study shows how coronavirus is spreading
41 percent of the first 138 patients diagnosed at one hospital in Wuhan, China, were presumed to be infected in that hospital
2/19/2020
U.S. hospitals, already stressed by flu season, brace for Coronavirus
With much medical equipment and drugs made in China, health experts are watching the global supply chain
2/18/2020
Preparing for coronavirus spread
The World Health Organization, U.S. hospitals and the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services are all getting ready
2/18/2020
How U.S. hospitals are preparing for coronavirus
The CDC is recommending that doctors and hospitals adopt a cautious approach
2/18/2020
Coronavirus testing Seattle’s infectious disease response
After responding to the first American case of the virus, healthcare workers say they are prepared.
2/18/2020
15th coronavirus case reported in U.S. while death toll spikes in China
China's Hubei province announced 242 new deaths from the coronavirus on Feb 13
2/14/2020
Comparing the flu and the coronavirus
The flu has sickened an estimated 19 million people in the U.S. this season
2/14/2020
Experts investigating whether the coronavirus can spread through bathroom pipes
Hong Kong apartment building partially evacuated over fears of spread through plumbing
2/13/2020
Study suggests toilet flushing spreads C. diff in hospital bathrooms
Closing the toilet lid before flushing may help limit the spread of germs
2/13/2020
Experts say coronavirus looking like a pandemic
Rising caseloads suggest the coronavirus may make its way across the world
2/12/2020
FDA tells Purell to stop claiming it can prevent flu
Marketing campaign also claims product can prevent ebola spread
2/10/2020
US hospitals are preparing for coronavirus outbreak
Healthcare facilities are being told to limit the number of patients they treat, but also be prepared to react if the cases spike
2/7/2020
Flu virus has killed 10,000 so far this season
Flu activity continued to rise in the week ending Jan. 25
2/6/2020
Past experience with MERS, Ebola can help prep for coronavirus
Hospital personnel should observe standard, contact and airborne precautions
2/6/2020
CDC working to expanding coronavirus testing capabilities
The US has at least 11 confirmed cases as of Feb. 3
2/5/2020
Real-time location systems can reduce hospital infections
Ensuring that healthcare workers always clean their hands before interacting with a patient is key
2/5/2020
Worry about flu, not coronavirus, Va. doctor says
Since the start of the flu season, the Carilion Clinic in Roanoke has treated about 2,170 patients with influenza
2/5/2020
Are U.S. hospitals ready for the corona virus?
Federal officials say they are monitoring the virus
2/4/2020
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