Safety - January 2020
FEMA OKs funds to rebuild hospital in Puerto Rico after teen's death
A girl, 13, died after lacking a proper medical facility in Vieques
1/29/2020
Keeping your healthcare facility safe
How technology can help you achieve a safer healthcare environment
1/29/2020
FEMA funding earthquake safety for Los Angeles hospital
Funds will go to non-structural bracing and anchoring of medical equipment, communications hardware, and supporting infrastructure
1/28/2020
Puerto Rico still lacking proper medical facilities since hurricane
Vieques has not had a functioning hospital since it was destroyed during Hurricane Maria more than two years ago
1/24/2020
White substance sparks hazmat incident at Idaho hospital
A patient entered Eastern Idaho Regional Medical Center ER carrying a container of an unknown white substance
1/23/2020
Vail Health addresses surgical smoke concerns
Colorado Legislature passed a law stating that by May 1, 2021, healthcare facilities in the state must implement policies to prevent human exposure to surgical smoke
1/21/2020
Steps for effective emergency preparedness
Make sure your risk assessment and scenario planning are up to date and accurate
1/17/2020
Tips for life-safety and emergency prep in longterm care facilities
Start by looking at all possible risks
1/15/2020
Quake in Puerto Rico causes structural, power issues, but hospitals functional in hard-hit region
Earthquake killed at least one person and causing a power outage across the island
1/13/2020
Kaiser Permanente prepares for disasters based on experience
This year’s evacuation during a wildfire demonstrated significant improvements over previous efforts
1/13/2020
Preparing healthcare facilities for a disaster
Hospitals must maintain continuity of patient care
1/10/2020
When disaster strikes, FEMA money is available to hospitals that file quickly
Hospitals often don't file for the funds because they're unaware of what can be reimbursed and there is only a 30-day window to apply
1/7/2020
Joint Commission clarifies ligature risk requirements
In a new blog post on it's website, The Joint Commission clarified its new ligature risk requirements regarding common patient room items and fixtures
1/3/2020
Readiness matters with new CMS emergency preparedness requirements
The intent is still to establish criteria for healthcare providers and suppliers to better prepare for and respond to natural and man-made disasters.
1/2/2020
