Focus: Infection Control

New York hospital urged to move maternity ward over mold and leaking gas fears

The mold and anesthetic gas traces were detected in the maternity ward at Staten Island University Hospital North


Nurses are urging a Staten Island, N.Y., hospital to move its maternity ward over mold and leaking gas fears, according to an article on the Daily Mail website. 

The mold and anesthetic gas traces were detected in the maternity ward at Staten Island University Hospital North.

After the mold was found, staffers reported dizziness, swollen throat, headaches and losing their voices.

The mold was located and decontaminated in September, the hospital said. The nursery was moved to a backup location as a precaution

In December, traces of anesthetic gasses were found in the maternity ward.

Read the article.

 

 



January 9, 2019


Topic Area: Infection Control


Recent Posts

What Lies Ahead for Healthcare Facilities Managers

Staffing shortages, rising regulatory scrutiny and accelerating adoption of AI are converging to reshape the way healthcare facilities are managed.


What's in the Future for Healthcare Restrooms?

Workforce shortages, rising hygiene expectations and connected technologies are pushing healthcare restrooms beyond basic utility.


Hammes Completes the Moffit Speros Outpatient Center

The new outpatient center will provide infusion services, clinical space, radiology and radiation oncology.


The Top Three Pathogens to Worry About in 2026

Key viruses to watch out for and how to prevent them.


Blackbird Health Opens New Pediatric Mental Health Clinic in Virginia

It offers comprehensive evaluations, therapy and medication management under one roof.


 
 


FREE Newsletter Signup Form

News & Updates | Webcast Alerts
Building Technologies | & More!

 
 
 


All fields are required. This site is protected by reCAPTCHA and the Google Privacy Policy and Terms of Service apply.

 
 
 
 

Healthcare Facilities Today membership includes free email newsletters from our facility-industry brands.

Facebook   Twitter   LinkedIn   Posts

Copyright © 2023 TradePress. All rights reserved.