May 2015 Posts About Healthcare Facilities Management
Going green no longer optional for hospitals
Many eco-friendly elements hospitals have incorporated are hardly visible, yet very impactful
5/29/2015 3:00:00 PM
Gas cut off at five Pakistan hospitals
Hospitals lose gas supply because of outstanding payments
5/29/2015 1:00:00 PM
Case study
North Florida Regional Medical Center tailors guest services program to meet patient needs
Center needed a partner to handle some guest service responsibilities so security personnel could focus solely on securing the hospital
5/29/2015 12:00:00 PM
Florida Hospital Tampa gets updated exterior
Hospital's facade had infection control concerns due to leaks. according to an article and photo tour on the Healthcare Design website
5/29/2015 11:00:00 AM
Welsh Hospital cited for kitchen, hygiene failings
Out-of-date food and bad hand hygiene found at Glan Clwyd Hospital in Denbighshire
5/29/2015 9:00:00 AM
Healthier Hospitals Initiative wraps up
Initiative will remain a Practice Greenhealth program
5/29/2015 8:00:00 AM
Clean floors better and reduce slip hazard with Spray Kleen multi-surface neutral cleaner from Sunburst Chemicals
5/29/2015 12:00:00 AM
Eaton introduces new rack automatic transfer switch for critical equipment power redundancy in data centers
5/29/2015 12:00:00 AM
Flashback photo: A healthcare facility at Chicago's Union Station
A small hospital that was set up to aid passengers at Chicago's train station during World War II
5/28/2015 3:00:00 PM
Case study
Alabama healthcare facility installs variable refrigerant flow zoning system
Choctaw General Hospital chooses HVAC system for patient comfort in its 44,000-square-foot addition
5/28/2015 1:00:00 PM
Is patient bathing or contact precaution best to reduce MRSA spread?
Study says bathing patients with chlorhexidine is slightly more effective
5/28/2015 12:00:00 PM
Designing healthcare facilities with virtual reality
Sanford Fargo Medical Center in Fargo, N.D., turned to virtual reality technology to experience its $500 million facility before it was built, according to an article on the Healthcare Design website
5/28/2015 11:00:00 AM
N.Y. healthcare facility holds three-day disaster drill
Massena Memorial Hospital staff practices for potential fire, explosion
5/28/2015 9:00:00 AM
Hospital patients moved amidst concerns over water supply
James Cook University Hospital in UK called move a 'precautionary measure' as further testing is conducted
5/28/2015 8:00:00 AM
SEMCO introduces active desiccant system: affordable low dew points & customizable
5/28/2015 12:00:00 AM
Rainbow International offers tips on what to do before, during and after a flood disaster
5/28/2015 12:00:00 AM
Tips for infectious-waste disposal
Facility found that more than 50 percent of items disposed of as infectious waste would fall into the general waste category
5/27/2015 3:00:00 PM
White paper
Touchless door access switch help curb healthcare facility infections
Touchless door switches allow patients, staff to open an automatic door with a hand wave
5/27/2015 2:00:00 PM
Q&A on the effective date of the new 2012 Life Safety Code
In a recent Q&A on the FacilityCare website, consultant Brad Keyes answered a question on the effective date of the new 2012 Life Safety Code
5/27/2015 12:00:00 PM
N.Y. hospital renovation following industry trends
The emphasis is on private rooms for better infection control, more privacy, better patient sleep
5/27/2015 11:00:00 AM
Toledo health system plans replacement tower at flagship
ProMedica will build a $350-million dollar replacement tower on the campus of ProMedica Toledo Hospital and Toledo Children's Hospital
5/27/2015 9:00:00 AM
Architect discusses healthcare facility trends
Robert Meyer, Cannon Design, received the 2014 George Pressler Under 40 Award
5/27/2015 8:00:00 AM
New portable solution enables commercial kitchens to take advantage of automated oil management
5/27/2015 12:00:00 AM
Honeywell Command and Control Suite provides effective facility and security management with a consumer touch
5/27/2015 12:00:00 AM
Lunera Lighting showcases plug-and-play LED lighting solutions at West Coast Energy Management Congress
5/27/2015 12:00:00 AM
Emerson Network Power's Avtron Sigma 2 PC Software verifies test results and equipment commissioning, acceptance
5/27/2015 12:00:00 AM
Damaged mattresses can be infection traps
Infographic shows potential risks hiding beneath the linen
5/26/2015 3:00:00 PM
Spaces designed to merge research and clinical practice
Because the research and clinical care aspects of translational medicine are highly interactive, there's a growing trend to bring these functions together inside one collaborative space, according to an article on the Healthcare Design website
5/26/2015 2:00:00 PM
California hospital plans expansion, modernization project
St. John's Pleasant Valley Hospital with build a 72,342-square-foot addition that meets state-required seismic safety standards for acute-care facilities
5/26/2015 12:00:00 PM
Healthcare facility barrier management requires set protocols
Knowing when and where contractors or staff are entering barriers is important in ensuring the code compliance
5/26/2015 11:00:00 AM
Smartphones replace pagers at N.H. hospital
Catholic Medical Center uses phones with apps designed to streamline patient care
5/26/2015 10:00:00 AM
Healthcare systems adapting to challenging landscape
Mounting margin pressures are driving structural changes in the industry, according to a recent survey
5/26/2015 8:00:00 AM
Armstrong enhances acoustical performance of Ultima Health Zone ceiling family
5/26/2015 12:00:00 AM
Cooling Optimize adds intelligence and control, lowers energy cost of existing cooling equipment
5/26/2015 12:00:00 AM
Turkey's mega hospital called biggest greenfield hospital project in the world
Project also one of the biggest healthcare public-private partnerships in Europe
5/22/2015 3:00:00 PM
Holiday decorations perk up long-term care facilities
Frequently updated decorations on bulletin boards are seasonal reminders of upcoming holidays and make the facility more festive for the residents, according to an article on the Long-term Living website
5/22/2015 2:00:00 PM
Health City Cayman Islands gets JCI accreditation
Health City the second hospital in the region to have received a JCI approval
5/22/2015 12:00:00 PM
Consolidations, collaborations planned for Hudson Valley hospitals
Fewer medical centers, more urgent-care locations, and the absorption of small practices predicted
5/22/2015 11:00:00 AM
LED kite sculpture lights up hospital entrance
The sculpture's focal point is 12 kites, welded and formed from stainless steel and ranging in size from 4 to 7 feet
5/22/2015 9:00:00 AM
Planning wellness into healthcare facilities
Healthcare campus planning today is looking to develop campuses that interface with communities, providing not only healthcare but opportunities for connections with the community, according to an article on the Healthcare Design website
5/22/2015 8:00:00 AM
Green Seal launches revised standard for commercial and institutional cleaning services
5/22/2015 12:00:00 AM
Indian hospitals to be assessed on pest control
Facilities will have to ensure that there are no 'stray animals', cobwebs and birds' nests within the premises
5/21/2015 3:00:00 PM
Senior living and healthcare industries expected to converge
CEOs from senior living providers share five predictions about the future of the industry at a recent assisted living conference, according to an article on the Long-term Living website.
5/21/2015 2:00:00 PM
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Staying informed of healthcare crime trends
Data should be just one piece of a much larger security assessment tailored to your healthcare facility
5/21/2015 12:00:00 PM
Michael Graves left his mark on accessible design
Graves' mission to revolutionize the way healthcare facilities are built left an indelible mark on the world of architecture, according to an article on the Healthcare Design website
5/21/2015 9:00:00 AM
Case study
Hospital renovation efforts include push for better hand hygiene
Northwestern Memorial Hospital refurbishment program included equipment and product upgrades to the hospital's restrooms
5/21/2015 8:00:00 AM
Lennox Commercial introduces Raider 6-ton and 3-5 ton 14 SEER packaged rooftop units
5/21/2015 12:00:00 AM
Frisbie Memorial Hospital award-winning Healthy Workplace Program recognized as model of effectiveness
5/21/2015 12:00:00 AM
Mobile healthcare facilities ready for disasters
Memorial Hospital of Carbondale's Disaster Blasters enable the disaster preparedness team to set up a 300-bed field hospital
5/20/2015 3:00:00 PM
Baltimore medical home has flexible clinical modules
Former retail space converted into traditional retail layout
5/20/2015 2:00:00 PM
OSHA and NIOSH release hospital respiratory toolkit
The kit is to be used by healthcare employers to protect staffers from airborne transmissible infectious diseases
5/20/2015 12:00:00 PM
Small Vermont hospital launches solar project
Grace Cottage Hospital in Townshend to install solar panel as part of its energy efficiency efforts
5/20/2015 11:00:00 AM
Indianapolis health system plans new hospital, cancer center
Community Health Network will build two new buildings, a $60 million outpatient cancer center and a $175 million replacement hospital
5/20/2015 9:00:00 AM
Hospitals search for scope-cleaning solutions
The difficult-to-clean duodenoscopes are still on the market, and redesigning the reusable devices is not a solution in the short term
5/20/2015 8:00:00 AM
Security100Healthcare Summit announces new partnerships; Hosts top voices in healthcare security
5/20/2015 12:00:00 AM
New White House toolkit on healthcare resiliency, authored by Perkins+Will's Guenther
5/20/2015 12:00:00 AM
Hospital joins suit against scope-maker
Originally targeted in a lawsuit by widow of superbug victim, Virginia Mason Medical Center is joining a suit against a scope manufacturer tied to outbreaks
5/19/2015 3:00:00 PM
Over-budget Denver VA hospital up in the air
Lawmakers say VA hasn't come up with an acceptable plan for funding it
5/19/2015 2:00:00 PM
Three interim facilities filled gap after Joplin tornado
Three incarnations of interim facilities were used before the March opening of the new Mercy Hospital Joplin, according to an article on the Healthcare Design website
5/19/2015 12:00:00 PM
$10 million outpatient facility planned for St. Louis area
Facility designed to manage a range of healthcare needs
5/19/2015 11:00:00 AM
Q&A on seclusion rooms
In a recent Q&A on the FacilityCare website, consultant Brad Keyes answered a question on seclusion rooms
5/19/2015 10:00:00 AM
Digital displays in healthcare facilities more common
Interactive donor walls, digital wayfinding signage and patient-facing digital messaging platforms are among new technological advances
5/19/2015 8:00:00 AM
Inovalon to present data related to health disparities in dual eligible Medicaid and Medicare Advantage beneficiaries
5/19/2015 12:00:00 AM
The clinic of 2020 will be shaped by technology and changes of care focus
The primary care clinic is evolving with new technology, new care models and new reimbursement standards, according to a blog on the HGA website
5/18/2015 3:00:00 PM
Textile technology may protect patients and staff
Technology can reduce the transmission of hospital-acquired infections
5/18/2015 1:00:00 PM
Benefits of a master plan
A healthcare facility master plan can lay the groundwork for more efficient operations and building systems, according to an article on the Healthcare Design website
5/18/2015 12:00:00 PM
Freestanding emergency departments gaining popularity
The number of freestanding emergency departments is increasing as care patterns shift from acute care
5/18/2015 11:00:00 AM
Equipment and software can help environmental services effectiveness
Understanding the ES process is critical to maximizing the performance and productivity of its staff
5/18/2015 9:00:00 AM
Operating room HVAC system must maintain safe conditions efficiently
ORs should use occupied/unoccupied ventilation control systems
5/18/2015 8:00:00 AM
New ASHRAE Standard provides method of test on determining gain of office equipment
5/18/2015 12:00:00 AM
Eaton Bolsters ePDU G3 Portfolio with new metered outlet models for enhanced data center power monitoring and measurement
5/18/2015 12:00:00 AM
Aquila launches extra soft, extra-long life cut 5 glove for food and related industries
5/18/2015 12:00:00 AM
Pest thresholds key for healthcare facilities
Expectations and environment also must come into play when working to improve a pest management program
5/15/2015 3:00:00 PM
Hospital addresses security issues with window film
St. Luke's Hospital in Houston sought a long-term solution for disaster preparedness
5/15/2015 1:00:00 PM
Hospital shares tips on building a Lean facility
Akron Children's Hospital publishes new book called 'L3: Building a Lean Hospital Facility'
5/15/2015 12:00:00 PM
Mercy Hospital Joplin built on fast track
The project had to be completed in 39 months, seven months faster than the team had ever done it before, according to an article on the Healthcare Design website
5/15/2015 11:00:00 AM
NewYork-Presbyterian Hospital coordinates fire and life safety inspections throughout six campuses
Coordination effort needed to support organizational goals and to ensure compliance with outside agency regulations
5/15/2015 10:00:00 AM
ASHE resources can help healthcare facilities' infrastructures running smoothly
Healthcare facilities managers can find guidance on facility infrastructure in new ASHE handbooks
5/15/2015 8:00:00 AM
Akers Biosciences introduces new rapid breath ketone and oxidative stress tests to the health and wellness industry
5/15/2015 12:00:00 AM
APOLAN's Governor Allen to present the benefits of passive optical LAN at 2015 SHLB Annual Conference
5/15/2015 12:00:00 AM
Banyan Water introduces Smartrate feature that allows users to see water consumption as dollars spent
5/15/2015 12:00:00 AM
Fighting HAIs with facts
One way to combat hospital-acquired infections is to understand more about their root causes
5/14/2015 3:00:00 PM
The right healthcare flow can improve operations and safety
Care delivery models must adjust to an aging patient population, a shortage of care providers and new treatments
5/14/2015 2:00:00 PM
Houston children's hospital plans expansion
Texas Children's Hospital will add a $506 million, 19-story patient tower addition
5/14/2015 1:00:00 PM
St. Paul hospital cuts $1.1 million in energy costs
Sustainability team started by installing occupancy sensors for both HVAC and lighting controls all over the building
5/14/2015 12:00:00 PM
Cleveland Clinic's $300 million center part of cancer facility boom
The healthcare industry is building up to take care of an expected influx of cancer patients
5/14/2015 9:00:00 AM
Prebys Cardiovascular Institute designed using a mock-up program
A modular building setting was constructed that featured key rooms at full scale, including operating rooms, patient rooms, and nurses' stations, according to an article on the Healthcare Design website
5/14/2015 8:00:00 AM
Sutherland named high performer in Horses for Sources' Population Health and Care Management Business Services Blueprint
5/14/2015 12:00:00 AM
Emerson Network Power bolsters security, visibility capabilities of IT solutions portfolio
5/14/2015 12:00:00 AM
McCarthy breaks ground on CHI Health's new academic medical center - university campus
5/14/2015 12:00:00 AM
BENCHMARK by Kingspan presents new partner program: introducing the CORE Alliance
5/14/2015 12:00:00 AM
SCA to launch new Tork industrial low-lint cleaning cloth in North America for pristine wiper results
5/14/2015 12:00:00 AM
ERs are most vulnerable to healthcare facility violence
Training, risk assessment needed to address problem
5/13/2015 3:00:00 PM
Reducing healthcare facility workplace violence
Active shooter training is something to consider
5/13/2015 2:00:00 PM
Healthcare facilities focusing on hotel-quality service
Hospitals are borrowing fundamentals from the hospitality industry to improve patient experience
5/13/2015 12:00:00 PM
Ohio nursing facility moving toward restaurant-style food service
Staffing several kitchens throughout the facility adds the ability to serve more varieties of food at the proper temperature
5/13/2015 11:00:00 AM
Just-in-time buying can control supply chain costs
But some say it's too risky to keep inventories lean
5/13/2015 9:00:00 AM
Identifying sustainable operations needs in healthcare facilities
Sustainable operations pushes the organization to operate healthier facilities that reduce healthcare costs and promote a healthy community
5/13/2015 8:00:00 AM
Designers can specify with confidence using Petersen Aluminum's new Environmental Product Declaration
5/13/2015 12:00:00 AM
Father of green cleaning inducted into The International Green Industry Hall of Fame
5/13/2015 12:00:00 AM
Aduro Biotech to present at Bank of America Merrill Lynch 2015 Health Care Conference
5/13/2015 12:00:00 AM
UK hospitals cut cleaning staffs, call in more rat catchers
NHS hospitals are calling in rat catchers and pest control teams every week after 2,000 cleaners were let go, according to an an article on the Mirror website
5/12/2015 3:00:00 PM
Healthcare facilities designed for long-term flexibility
The challenge is to build for tomorrow and take care of what is needed today
5/12/2015 2:00:00 PM
Human observation boosts hand-hygiene compliance
Researchers observe a significant influence among healthcare workers in an ICU
5/12/2015 1:00:00 PM
Pennsylvania hospital plans $60 million expansion
Lancaster General Hospital's new patient tower, which would add six stories to the current two-story building
5/12/2015 12:00:00 PM
Healthcare facilities electrical safety standards guide revised
Manual on healthcare technology management and facilities engineering has undergone a major update
5/12/2015 11:00:00 AM
Healthcare facilities tighten security after emergency room violence
Hospitals invest in better locks, security staff, more cameras, risk assessment and staff training
5/12/2015 10:00:00 AM
'Lifestyle concept' senior care campus opens in Tennessee
NHC Place is designed to accommodate people as life stages take them from assisted living to other, more specialized living facilities
5/12/2015 8:00:00 AM
Next Generation Luminaires Design Competition recognizes 28 commercial LED lighting products
5/12/2015 12:00:00 AM
Pacific Biosciences achieves second development milestone in clinical diagnostics agreement with Roche
5/12/2015 12:00:00 AM
Armstrong Ceilings partners with Ideal Electrical; co-markets new wireless lighting management system
5/12/2015 12:00:00 AM
Enlighted's Customer First program advances lighting manufacturers' participation in the internet of things for commercial buildings
5/12/2015 12:00:00 AM
Custom Window by Wausau historically accurate windows offered with true divided lites and custom-machined grilles
5/12/2015 12:00:00 AM
Hospital sued for waste management lapse after man's amputated leg found in trash
The leg was thrown in the garbage with his name tag still on it, suit says
5/11/2015 3:00:00 PM
Retail clinics not a threaten to primary care, CEO says
Retail clinics offer access to basic healthcare, eliminating unnecessary visits to emergency rooms
5/11/2015 2:00:00 PM
Will holographic doctors be making house calls?
With virtual doctor's visits via kiosks and home computers and robots in healthcare facilities, holographic doctor visits be not be far behind, according to an article on the Healthcare Design website
5/11/2015 12:00:00 PM
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A case for collaboration between electrical engineers, electricians and inspectors
There are a lot of unique healthcare electrical code requirements that - if installed incorrectly or covered by drywall - may be difficult to find and are costly to change
5/11/2015 11:00:00 AM
Healthcare facilities' redesigns focus on safety
Continuous patient monitoring to be part of the hospital room of the future
5/11/2015 10:00:00 AM
Q&A on soiled utility rooms
In a recent Q&A on the FacilityCare website, consultant Brad Keyes answered a question on soiled utility rooms
5/11/2015 8:00:00 AM
Prime Care Technologies launches the long-term/post-acute care industry's most comprehensive solutions platform
5/11/2015 12:00:00 AM
SMGloba's FastMaint CMMS software for industrial equipment & commercial facility maintenance
5/11/2015 12:00:00 AM
Kaiser Permanente CEO says changing behaviors will change healthcare
Bernard Tyson sees a modern, efficient health system in America's future
5/8/2015 3:00:00 PM
UPMC plans cancer facility in Colombia
University of Pittsburgh Medical Center will develop and co-manage an oncology center in the city of Piedecuesta
5/8/2015 2:00:00 PM
Minnesota plans 'destination medical center' projects
Construction of a Hilton hotel with special amenities tailored for medical clientele is planned
5/8/2015 12:00:00 PM
Medical tourism seeing influx of investors
Startups are positioning themselves to capitalize on the interest in consumers looking for places to have lower cost procedures
5/8/2015 11:00:00 AM
Hand-hygiene compliance lags in healthcare reception areas
Study found low hand-hygiene compliance rates of 2.2 percent and 1.7 percent in two reception areas using direct observation
5/8/2015 10:00:00 AM
Solar power is trending in healthcare energy management
Solar power is being used at more and more healthcare campuses
5/8/2015 8:00:00 AM
Changemaker Award recipient a strategic global leader in healthcare design research
5/8/2015 12:00:00 AM
Prime Care Technologies launches the long-term/post-acute care industry's most comprehensive solutions platform
5/8/2015 12:00:00 AM
Reducing healthcare facility energy consumption
The most important thing to do when trying to reduce energy consumption is to measure it
5/7/2015 3:00:00 PM
FDA reviewing safety of hospital hand cleaners
Government wants more study of whether that is safe and how well it actually fights the spread of germs
5/7/2015 2:00:00 PM
Mobile dental clinic designed for on-the-go patients
Studio Dental mobile unit has two treatment cubes, a sterilization room, a waiting area and mechanical services
5/7/2015 12:00:00 PM
Memory care design is evolving
Assisted living facility operator Heritage Enterprises set out to create a new model for memory care in 2010 and has evolved the design with each successive project, according to an article on the Environments for Aging website.
5/7/2015 11:00:00 AM
Construction begins on Missouri cancer center
The Delbert Day Cancer Institute will be a 37,000-square-foot comprehensive cancer care facility
5/7/2015 10:00:00 AM
Cherokee Indian Medical Center pursues innovative operations, design and construction methods
The project uses an integrated project delivery contract system and adheres to evidence-based design principles, according to an article on the Healthcare Design website
5/7/2015 8:00:00 AM
Trimble Partners with Microsoft to bring Microsoft HoloLens wearable holographic technology to the AEC industry
5/7/2015 12:00:00 AM
Kill microorganisms on instruments safely, efficiently, and cost effectively with 3M Steri-Vac Sterilizer/Aerator GS Series
5/7/2015 12:00:00 AM
Survey says: healthcare industry, public believe commercially laundered textiles are more hygienic
5/7/2015 12:00:00 AM
Lunera Lighting introduces the Lucy Lamp - a plug-and-play high-pressure sodium lamp replacement
5/7/2015 12:00:00 AM
ROCKFON's ceiling systems help create high-profile appearance with acoustic, sustainable performance
5/7/2015 12:00:00 AM
FDA proposes rules for healthcare antibacterial products
FDA will require additional scientific data to support the safety and effectiveness of certain active ingredients
5/6/2015 3:00:00 PM
Master planning key to growth or consolidation
Case studies of Boston Medical Center and Our Lady of the Lake Regional Medical Center show master planning is become a far more complex process than ever before, according to an article on the Healthcare Design website
5/6/2015 1:00:00 PM
Kansas healthcare facility cuts energy use by 12 percent
Lane County Hospital in Dighton completes electrical and mechanical upgrades throughout the hospital
5/6/2015 12:00:00 PM
Memory care is biggest market trend in elder care facilities
Taking advantage of the memory care trend often means revamping current spaces for new uses, according to an article on the Long-Term Living website
5/6/2015 11:00:00 AM
Calgary healthcare facility bridges health, lifestyle
Healthcare campus designed as 'authentic urban lifestyle town center' with retail components
5/6/2015 10:00:00 AM
Noroviruses can spread through the air
Study suggests that hospitals' efforts during gastroenteritis outbreaks may be insufficient
5/6/2015 8:00:00 AM
Orion Energy Systems wins order to install LED troffer retrofit (LDR) lighting solution in Veterans Affairs Hospital
5/6/2015 12:00:00 AM
Falcon enters strategic partnership with Carnegie, offers new upholstery patterns
5/6/2015 12:00:00 AM
PEER: New rating system for sustainable power systems
Green Business Certification Inc. (GBCI) officially launched PEER, its rating system designed to measure and improve sustainable power system performance.
5/6/2015 12:00:00 AM
Healthcare facilities getting ready for rapidly changing climate
Climate change deteriorates the air quality, creates food- and waterborne illnesses and causes an uptick in extreme weather events
5/5/2015 3:00:00 PM
Hospital opens central Florida's first ER for seniors
Winter Park Memorial Hospital's Senior ER was created to promote healing, reduce anxiety and minimize risks that may accompany hospitalization
5/5/2015 2:00:00 PM
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How to achieve a highly effective sustainability program in a challenging healthcare environment
An effective sustainability program within a healthcare environment is the hub of the wheel that can produce several positive outcomes
5/5/2015 1:00:00 PM
Leapfrog releases spring safety scores
Becker's Hospital Review lists five things to know about scores and the new Leapfrog features
5/5/2015 12:00:00 PM
NICU design can address cultural needs
A hospital in Abu Dhabi incorporates a 'royal suite,' dedicated to those who wish to pay more for larger rooms and more luxurious services.The space is used as a birthing center but can also house mothers and babies with complications, according to an article on the Healthcare Design website
5/5/2015 11:00:00 AM
Healthcare facilities reviewing their memory care spaces
Rapidly growing need is spurring assisted living facilities to re-brand under the memory care banner, according to an article on the Long-Term Living website
5/5/2015 9:00:00 AM
Q&A on deadbolt locks on office doors
In a recent Q&A on the FacilityCare website, consultant Brad Keyes answered a question about deadbolt locks on office doors
5/5/2015 8:00:00 AM
New Vantage apps platform serves up instant access to pharma data via Symphony HealthCloud
5/5/2015 12:00:00 AM
Safe, economical, effective and green: Solid Green 40 Pot & Pan from Sunburst Chemicals
5/5/2015 12:00:00 AM
Vocera and Rock Health connect industry leaders to transform the healthcare experience
5/5/2015 12:00:00 AM
Some hospitals treating patients at home
To reduce costs while improving quality, some hospital systems are taking the house call to the extreme
5/4/2015 3:00:00 PM
S.C. lawmakers may phase out hospital-expansion controls
A growing number of lawmakers seem eager to pass a bill eliminating the Certificate of Need program by 2020.
5/4/2015 1:00:00 PM
Students help design hospital for Honduras
Senior environmental design students at Texas A & M University will show design proposals for a new public hospital in Roatan, Honduras
5/4/2015 12:00:00 PM
Five steps for long-term care facility security
The right staff, realistic security policies and procedures, staff/resident security training and integrated security technology are all key to a successful long-term care facility security system, according to an article on the Long-Term Living website
5/4/2015 11:00:00 AM
Oregon hospital garden includes manmade stream
Garden was built on the natural landscape with boulder outcroppings, native plants and an active stream
5/4/2015 10:00:00 AM
Managing energy use in the operating room
Operating room energy efficiency efforts must be balanced against stricter infection control monitoring
5/4/2015 8:00:00 AM
Network Power's ASCO transfer switch passes severe seismic test, demonstrating reliability
5/4/2015 12:00:00 AM
Fulham to launch DALI/0-10V programmable LED drivers and new HotSpot all-in-one LED driver / emergency battery pack system at LIGHTFAIR International
5/4/2015 12:00:00 AM
Scholar bringing ES role in infection prevention to the forefront
Texas professor says the role of a facility’s environmental services team in infection control is an obvious but overlooked one in healthcare settings
5/2/2015 1:15:00 PM
Creating a fire barrier management plan
Life safety concerns continue to be a central focus for healthcare accrediting agencies
5/1/2015 3:00:00 PM
Tips for facility chapels
Designer recommends facilities approach the spiritual room design as more of a mediation space than a religious chapel, according to an article on the Behavioral Healthcare website
5/1/2015 2:00:00 PM
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Industry knowledge is key to meeting security compliance goals
Employee knowledge plays a huge role in maintaining a hospital's compliance
5/1/2015 1:00:00 PM
'MEP' may soon be known as 'MEP-T'
The technology network could be considered the fourth utility
5/1/2015 12:00:00 PM
Brooklyn Health Center breaks ground
Project includes 180,000 square feet of healthcare, office and retail space and an outdoor plaza
5/1/2015 11:00:00 AM
Healthcare workspaces can effect team-based care
U.S. healthcare systems are moving toward, team-based care to improve population health, according to an article on the Healthcare Design website
5/1/2015 10:00:00 AM
Interaction Studio designed to foster healthcare innovation
Facility will help healthcare entrepreneurs to experience a prototypical clinical setting up close
5/1/2015 8:00:00 AM