Safety - September 2022
CMS Offers Resources for Florida Hospitals Affected by Hurricane
Resources and waivers aim to ensure hospitals and other facilities can continue to operate and provide access to care to those impacted by the hurricane.
9/30/2022
Healthcare Facilities Brace for Hurricane Ian
Hurricane Ian is expected to reach the coast of Florida Wednesday evening.
9/28/2022
Dead Rat Remained in Clinic After 2020 Inspection
Rat found in December 2020 inspection of city-run health clinic in Baltimore remained undisturbed and mummified in follow-up site visit 18 months later.
9/26/2022
Smaller Hospitals Are Larger Targets for Cyberattacks
Attackers moved from large hospital systems and payers to smaller hospital systems that lack the same level of security preparedness.
9/20/2022
Man Dies After Falling Off Roof of OSF Healthcare Saint Francis Medical Center
It is unclear how the deceased gained access to the secure area.
9/13/2022
Mississippi Water Crisis Begins to Impact Healthcare Facilities
Torrential rain in Mississippi has activated a state of emergency as residents run out of water.
9/2/2022
Why Managers Need Proper Elevator Documentation
Without complete documentation, occupants, staff and visitors could be put at risk.
9/1/2022