Blogs - June 2023
How Often Should Healthcare Facilities Maintenance Their HVAC Systems?
HVAC manufacturers discuss how frequently HVAC systems should receive maintenance.
6/30/2023
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Atlanta Women's Health Group Experiences Data Breach
The protected health information of over 33,000 current and former patients was exposed.
6/30/2023
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Atlanta Women's Health Group Experiences Data Breach
The protected health information of over 33,000 current and former patients was exposed.
6/30/2023
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Atlanta Women's Health Group Experiences Data Breach
The protected health information of over 33,000 current and former patients was exposed.
6/30/2023
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Montecito Medical Acquires Hess Orthopaedic Center and Sports Medicine
The 20,724-square-foot property is located in Virginia.
6/30/2023
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What is the Use Case for Robotics in Healthcare Facilities?
One major area these robotic units could help in is with cleaning.
6/29/2023
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Infection Preventionists Call on Biden Administration to Better Protect Seniors
APIC is asking the Biden Administration to require minimum infection prevention staffing in senior care facilities.
6/29/2023
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GP PRO Releases Survey on Financial Pressures in Healthcare
According to the survey, margins still trend up for nearly two-thirds of respondents.
6/29/2023
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Bill Passes to Better Protect Rural Hospitals from Cyber Attacks
The bill was passed with an amendment specifying that CISA can’t ask for additional funds.
6/28/2023
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Trinity Health Hit with Class Action Lawsuit
Trinity Health and two other healthcare providers were sued over a March 2023 cyberattack.
6/28/2023
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What are the Best Plants to Use in Biophilic Design?
Good biophilic design marries interior and exterior, space and site.
6/27/2023
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More Americans Concerned About Indoor Air Quality
Nearly half of respondents say that their physical health is impacted negatively by being indoors for long periods of time.
6/27/2023
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Private Equity's Impact on Healthcare Facilities Management
Facility managers must be prepared to adapt to balance financial priorities, quality of care standards and patient experience.
6/26/2023
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Columbus Regional Healthcare System Targeted by Daixin Team
The health system attempted to negotiate with the extortion group, though negotiations stalled.
6/26/2023
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Columbus Regional Healthcare System Targeted by Daixin Team
The health system attempted to negotiate with the extortion group, though negotiations stalled.
6/26/2023
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How Often Should Healthcare Facilities Maintenance Their HVAC Systems?
HVAC manufacturers discuss how frequently HVAC systems should receive maintenance.
6/23/2023
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Ascension Experiences Security Breach Via Third-Party Vendor
Ascension has started notifying 148,606 patients about a security breach.
6/23/2023
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Ascension Experiences Security Breach Via Third-Party Vendor
Ascension has started notifying 148,606 patients about a security breach.
6/23/2023
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Ascension Experiences Security Breach Via Third-Party Vendor
Ascension has started notifying 148,606 patients about a security breach.
6/23/2023
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What is the Latest Technology for Restrooms?
More smart devices and IoT capable technology are arriving on the scene for restrooms.
6/22/2023
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Security Officers to Wear Body Cameras at CHRISTUS Health
Body cameras will now be worn to further prevent violence within the health system.
6/22/2023
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Security Officers to Wear Body Cameras at CHRISTUS Health
Body cameras will now be worn to further prevent violence within the health system.
6/22/2023
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Security Officers to Wear Body Cameras at CHRISTUS Health
Body cameras will now be worn to further prevent violence within the health system.
6/22/2023
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Nursing Home Staffing Shortages Persists
One of the largest concerns is the coming federal staffing requirement.
6/22/2023
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Strategies and Tactics for Successful Vendor Management
The real challenge for managers is navigating the complexities of vendor management in order to ensure facilities support high-quality patient care.
6/21/2023
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Heywood Healthcare Changes Security Measures After Nurse was Stabbed
A man was arrested after stabbing a nurse.
6/21/2023
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Heywood Healthcare Changes Security Measures After Nurse was Stabbed
A man was arrested after stabbing a nurse.
6/21/2023
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Manasa Health Center Fined $30,000 Over Disclosing Patient Information Online
The Department of Health and Human Services’ Office for Civil Rights agreed to settle the HIPAA violation case that started after a complaint received in April 2020.
6/21/2023
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Violence Against Healthcare Facilities and Personnel is a Global Trend
2022 was the worst year for acts of violence against healthcare workers.
6/20/2023
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Solving the Infection Prevention Puzzle
Hospitals once tested surfaces for bacteria, but in 1970, the CDC and the American Hospital Association advised them to stop.
6/19/2023
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Peachtree Orthopedics Falls Victim to Cyberattack
A forensic investigation affirmed that an unauthorized third party gained access to patient information.
6/19/2023
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CareOne Acquires Whitney Place at Sharon Assisted Living Facility
It will be CareOne’s first assisted living and memory care community in Massachusetts.
6/19/2023
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What Challenges Do Healthcare Facility Managers Face with HVAC Systems?
HVAC manufacturers discuss the challenges facility managers face with HVAC systems.
6/16/2023
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Pioneer Valley Ophthalmic Consultants Hit with Malware
Over 36,000 patients had some of their protected health information exposed.
6/16/2023
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Pioneer Valley Ophthalmic Consultants Hit with Malware
Over 36,000 patients had some of their protected health information exposed.
6/16/2023
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Pioneer Valley Ophthalmic Consultants Hit with Malware
Over 36,000 patients had some of their protected health information exposed.
6/16/2023
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Should Hospitals Add Electric Vehicle Charging Stations?
With electric vehicle usage climbing up, hospitals might look to outfit their facilities with charging stations.
6/15/2023
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Construction Worker Dies at Brockton Hospital Worksite
The hospital has been under construction due to a fire that occurred in February.
6/15/2023
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Building Activation: Four Tactics for Success
Activation is a sophisticated, high-stakes process. Ensuring on-time completion requires managing a detailed work plan.
6/14/2023
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Clinton Mercy Medical Center Targeted in Cyberattack
Patient care was not affected; however, personal information was exposed.
6/14/2023
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Clinton Mercy Medical Center Targeted in Cyberattack
Patient care was not affected; however, personal information was exposed.
6/14/2023
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Clinton Mercy Medical Center Targeted in Cyberattack
Patient care was not affected; however, personal information was exposed.
6/14/2023
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Dozens of Cars Robbed in Hospital Parking Garage
Security footage shows a row of vandalized cars outside the hospital.
6/14/2023
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Employees Call to Halt Surgeries After Finding Contaminated Trays
Unknown substances were found on surgical trays, prompting employees to call for a suspension on all surgeries.
6/13/2023
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Employees Call to Halt Surgeries After Finding Contaminated Trays
Unknown substances were found on surgical trays, prompting employees to call for a suspension on all surgeries.
6/13/2023
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Henry Mayo Employee Allegedly Gained Access to Protected Records
The alleged employee gained unauthorized access to an unknown number of patients’ records.
6/13/2023
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Henry Mayo Employee Allegedly Gained Access to Protected Records
The alleged employee gained unauthorized access to an unknown number of patients’ records.
6/13/2023
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Henry Mayo Employee Allegedly Gained Access to Protected Records
The alleged employee gained unauthorized access to an unknown number of patients’ records.
6/13/2023
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Clarke County Hospital Hit with Security Breach
The security breach led to over 26,000 individuals’ private health information being accessed
6/12/2023
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Clarke County Hospital Hit with Security Breach
The security breach led to over 26,000 individuals’ private health information being accessed
6/12/2023
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Clarke County Hospital Hit with Security Breach
The security breach led to over 26,000 individuals’ private health information being accessed
6/12/2023
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How HVAC Systems Affect Indoor Air Quality and Patient Experience
HVAC manufacturers join to discuss the roles HVAC systems play in IAQ and patients’ experiences.
6/9/2023
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Hospital Onboarding Prompt Engineer to Help Implement ChatGPT
With the coming changes of artificial intelligence, Boston Children’s Hospital is identifying potential applications for the technology.
6/9/2023
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Tennessee Orthopaedic Clinics Affirms Security Breach
The security breach occurred in late March 2023 and was not confirmed until May 2023.
6/9/2023
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Raw Wastewater Energy Transfer System Reduces Hospital's Emissions
University Health Network’s Toronto Western Hospital and Krembil Discovery Tower get beneficial results from WET system.
6/8/2023
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Nursing Homes Lack Inspections, Put Residents at Risk
Staffing shortages at nursing homes continue to put residents in harm's way.
6/8/2023
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Nursing Homes Lack Inspections, Put Residents at Risk
Staffing shortages at nursing homes continue to put residents in harm's way.
6/8/2023
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What You Should Know About C. Auris and Biofilm
One EVS technician with the right disinfectant and the proper amount of time, can prevent more C. auris than a roomful of doctors can cure.
6/7/2023
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St. Dominic Hospital Lays Off 5.5 Percent of Employees
Financial challenges contributed to the closure.
6/7/2023
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BJC of St. Louis and St. Luke's of Kansas City Announce Merger
The two healthcare systems’ merger is expected to be fully approved by the end of 2023
6/7/2023
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Designers Rely on Empathy to Create Sustainable Buildings
Designers are thinking about future generations when building new healthcare facilities.
6/6/2023
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Morrison Hospital Is Latest Cyber-attack Victim of 'Royal' Ransomware Gang
The latest attack highlights key issue healthcare facilities face in the digital age: cybersecurity.
6/6/2023
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Morrison Hospital Is Latest Cyber-attack Victim of 'Royal' Ransomware Gang
The latest attack highlights key issue healthcare facilities face in the digital age: cybersecurity.
6/6/2023
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Morrison Hospital Is Latest Cyber-attack Victim of 'Royal' Ransomware Gang
The latest attack highlights key issue healthcare facilities face in the digital age: cybersecurity.
6/6/2023
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Majority of Americans Avoid Surfaces, Touchpoints in Shared Restrooms
Users will go out of their way to avoid germs in public restrooms.
6/6/2023
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Majority of Americans Avoid Surfaces, Touchpoints in Shared Restrooms
Users will go out of their way to avoid germs in public restrooms.
6/6/2023
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CMS Updates Regulations Regarding COVID-19 Vaccination Requirements for Healthcare Staff
The new changes to regulations withdrew the requirement for vaccination.
6/5/2023
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Healthcare Cyberattacks Disrupt Neighboring Hospital Emergency Departments
The study was conducted on a ransomware attack that happened in May of 2021.
6/5/2023
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Healthcare Cyberattacks Disrupt Neighboring Hospital Emergency Departments
The study was conducted on a ransomware attack that happened in May of 2021.
6/5/2023
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Healthcare Cyberattacks Disrupt Neighboring Hospital Emergency Departments
The study was conducted on a ransomware attack that happened in May of 2021.
6/5/2023
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Can Adding Moisturizer to Hand Soaps Help Fight Skin Irritation from Frequent Handwashing?
Soap manufacturers join to discuss what kind of moisturizers can be included in hand soaps.
6/2/2023
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Albany ENT & Allergy Services Targeted by Two Ransomware Groups
The protected health information of over 220,000 individuals was accessed.
6/2/2023
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Albany ENT & Allergy Services Targeted by Two Ransomware Groups
The protected health information of over 220,000 individuals was accessed.
6/2/2023
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Heat Pump Installation Reduces Costs, Improves Efficiencies
University Health Network’s Bickle Center finds success with heat recovery alternative.
6/1/2023
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Man Dies After Falling Out of Hospital Window
A man fell out of a hospital window after threatening hospital staff and a police officer.
6/1/2023
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CommonSpirit Health Updates Estimated Cost from Ransomware Attack
The cost of the October 2022 attack is expected to increase to $160 million.
6/1/2023
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CommonSpirit Health Updates Estimated Cost from Ransomware Attack
The cost of the October 2022 attack is expected to increase to $160 million.
6/1/2023
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