Healthcare design can be an important defense against COVID-19 and other outbreaks, according to an article on the Healthcare Design website
Healthcare design can be an important defense against COVID-19 and other outbreaks and the current pandemic will affect the future of design, according to an article on the Healthcare Design website. an emphasis on constructing new or modernizing current healthcare facilities so that they are purpose-built, operationally efficient, and able to respond quickly to changing patient needs is expected.
May 4, 2020
Topic Area: Architecture
Avoiding Mistakes in Healthcare Site SelectionActionable strategies for healthcare systems and medical groups navigating today’s constrained real estate market.
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.
Ascension Saint Thomas Breaks Ground on Hospital and Health Campus in TennesseeThe new hospital will open with 44 inpatient beds and will be designed to expand to 132 beds as community needs grow.
The Hidden Risks of QAC Disinfectants in Healthcare FacilitiesQuaternary 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.
Sprinkler Compliance: Navigating Code Mandates, Renovation Triggers and Patient SafetyAs CMS deadlines approach and renovation projects accelerate, healthcare facility managers must understand how NFPA 101, state fire codes and sprinkler design strategies intersect.