HealthSouth Rehabilitation Hospital of Western Massachusetts has received a 2015 Redevelopment and Renewal Awards for sustainability impact, according to an article on the Healthcare Design website
HealthSouth Rehabilitation Hospital of Western Massachusetts has received a 2015 Redevelopment and Renewal Awards for sustainability impact. During construction, more than 100,000 bricks from demolished on-site warehouses and 250 linear feet of reclaimed timber were reused, along with 98 percent of the concrete, according to an article on the Healthcare Design website.
September 28, 2015
Topic Area: Sustainable Operations
Infrastructure Issues: Assisting Mobility-Challenged VisitorsParking constraints, mobility needs and patient experience priorities are elevating arrival pathways as a strategic planning issue.
Willis-Knighton Medical Center Upgrades Chilled Water PlantThe medical center sought upgrades through Trane to add capacity, control comfort, increase redundancy and reduce energy costs.
NYC Health + Hospitals Reports Data BreachIt appears that the unauthorized actor may have gained access to NYC Health + Hospitals systems due to a security breach at a third-party vendor.
Redefining What Mental Health Facilities Look LikeA new Mental Health and Addictions Center uses design and architecture to challenge the stigma and create a more open model of care.
Managing High-Volume Laundry Operations Tips and tricks one director has learned in three decades of managing a large, high-volume laundry operation.