Environmental Services - January 2023
Hospitals Address Recent String of Gun Violence
St. Louis Children’s Hospital has begun distributing free gun locks to anyone who needs them.
1/31/2023
Strawberry Fields REIT Acquires The Landmark of Breathitt County Rehabilitation & Nursing Center
The acquired facility offers 120 beds and a range of services for its residents.
1/31/2023
Striving for Better Cleaning in Hospitals
Cleaning patient rooms is more efficient when workers follow a set pattern.
1/30/2023
Tia Teams Up with Cedars-Sinai in Expansion for Women's Healthcare
The partnership aims to provide comprehensive healthcare for more than 100,000 women in the Los Angeles region.
1/30/2023
CMMS Upgrades: Functions, Benefits and Challenges
MD Anderson Cancer Center seeks enhanced efficiency in new-generation software.
1/27/2023
Biden Administration Takes on Nursing Home Transparency
A new course of actions will be taken to bring more transparency.
1/27/2023
Staffing Strategies: Appreciate, Talk and Mentor
Tactics can prevent burnout, which is a real concern among healthcare workers.
1/26/2023
3 Predictions for Digital Transformation in 2023
Emerging technology will continue to modernize everyday tasks, encourage proactive facility management and foster resilience.
1/25/2023
MultiCare Health System Acquires Yakima Valley Memorial Hospital
The acquisition includes a 226-bed inpatient facility and 26 clinics.
1/25/2023
New Mexico Officials to Investigate Hospital
Official said there were multiple reasons that triggered the investigation.
1/24/2023
University of Minnesota Announces MPact Health Care Innovation Vision
This vision seeks to strengthen Minnesota’s healthcare and health professions.
1/24/2023
Ransomware Attacks on Healthcare More Than Doubled From 2016 to 2021
Attacks exposed the personal health information of nearly 42 million patients.
1/23/2023
Ransomware Attacks on Healthcare More Than Doubled From 2016 to 2021
Attacks exposed the personal health information of nearly 42 million patients.
1/23/2023
Senior Housing and Care M&A Activity Hits Record Highs in 2022
There was a 17 percent increase in mergers and acquisitions compared to 2021.
1/23/2023
West Health Joins Sharp Memorial Hospital to Create Integrated Geriatric Care
New integrated care model to provide comprehensive approach to geriatric care.
1/23/2023
Baptist Health Foundation Receives Grant for Smart Technologies
This endeavor is being funded through a $2 million donation from BMI.
1/20/2023
Healthcare M&A Activity Breaks Records in 2022
547 deals were reported during the fourth quarter.
1/19/2023
Drug-Resistant Fungal Infection Found in Mississippi Senior Care Facility
Two residents have died from the infection.
1/18/2023
Healthcare Industry Hit with Most Cyberattacks in 2022
Hospitals and other healthcare facilities suffered from 1410 weekly cyberattacks per organization.
1/17/2023
Healthcare Industry Hit with Most Cyberattacks in 2022
Hospitals and other healthcare facilities suffered from 1410 weekly cyberattacks per organization.
1/17/2023
Healthcare Industry Hit with Most Cyberattacks in 2022
Hospitals and other healthcare facilities suffered from 1410 weekly cyberattacks per organization.
1/17/2023
Is Routine Disinfecting Necessary?
The need for the right surface disinfectant in the hands of educated professional cleaners is paramount.
1/16/2023
New York Governor Kathy Hochul Announces Mental Health Care Overhaul
Overhaul part of multi-year plan to increase operational capacity for mental health facilities.
1/16/2023
NYC Health + Hospitals to Expand Plant-Based Meals
The hospitals are expected to serve over 850,000 plant-based meals in 2023.
1/13/2023
COVID-19 Pandemic Leaves Lasting Impact on Senior Care Facilities
The pandemic has impacted access to care for vulnerable seniors.
1/13/2023
New York Law Targets Smoke in ORs
New York is 10th state to requires facilities to use a smoke-evacuation system for surgical procedures that generate surgical smoke.
1/12/2023
HHS Warns of New Ransomware Group Attacks on Healthcare Facilities
The Clop group was active throughout 2022.
1/12/2023
HHS Warns of New Ransomware Group Attacks on Healthcare Facilities
The Clop group was active throughout 2022.
1/12/2023
Metaverse and Healthcare: A Technological Partnership That Has Already Begun
The metaverse has already been implemented in healthcare facilities.
1/11/2023
Metaverse and Healthcare: A Technological Partnership That Has Already Begun
The metaverse has already been implemented in healthcare facilities.
1/11/2023
Industry Group Requests OSHA Standard Remains Consistent with Updated COVID Standards
The American Care Association and National Center for Assisted Living argues that original COVID-19 protocols are no longer prudent due to new variants.
1/11/2023
Squalid Conditions Close 4 S.C. Assisted Living Facilities
Inspections turned up insect infestations, including bed bugs and roaches, among other violations.
1/11/2023
Senior Care Facilities Suffer From Staffing Shortages
Senior care facilities are struggling to maintain operations with smaller staffs.
1/10/2023
New Jersey Offers Loan to Healthcare Facilities Looking to Upgrade Reproductive Health Services
The funding includes zero-percent-interest loans for upgrades at reproductive healthcare facilities and grants for security enhancements.
1/10/2023
Federal COVID-19 Telehealth Program Includes Senior Living Residents
The entirely virtual community health intervention will provide free COVID-19 health services — at-home rapid tests, telehealth sessions and at-home treatments.
1/10/2023
Healthcare Supply Chain Management Continues to Grow
While the market will expand, security issues will hinder its growth.
1/9/2023
LCMC Health and Tulane University Finalizes Partnership
Tulane Medical Center, Lakeview Regional Medical Center and Tulane Lakeside Hospital will join LCMC Health.
1/9/2023
What the Rise of Digital Healthcare Means for Real Estate and Facilities
The integration of technology will lead to changes in facility function and workplace strategy.
1/6/2023
HHS Deploys Emergency Team to University of New Mexico Children's Hospital
UNM Children’s Hospital was at over 100 percent capacity.
1/6/2023
Reality Check: Rethinking Surface Disinfectants
Huge gap remains between government registration protocols for disinfectants and the real world.
1/5/2023
Infection Control Market on the Rise
Several healthcare-associated factors contribute to the rise of infection control.
1/5/2023
Healthcare Facilities View Doors as a Mode of Access Control
Increased acts of violence has hospitals and other healthcare facilities reconfiguring their access control systems.
1/5/2023
Healthcare Facilities View Doors as a Mode of Access Control
Increased acts of violence has hospitals and other healthcare facilities reconfiguring their access control systems.
1/5/2023
Healthcare Facilities View Doors as a Mode of Access Control
Increased acts of violence has hospitals and other healthcare facilities reconfiguring their access control systems.
1/5/2023
Rural Hospital Closures Affect 'Bystander' Hospitals
Researchers find a significant increase in inpatient admissions, emergency department visits for so-called bystander hospitals.
1/4/2023
Howard Memorial Hospital's Data Stolen in Cyberattack
The hospital took steps to promptly secure its network and began an investigation.
1/4/2023
Howard Memorial Hospital's Data Stolen in Cyberattack
The hospital took steps to promptly secure its network and began an investigation.
1/4/2023
Safety Features Remain Critical for Senior Care Facilities
Designers continue to plan for safety elements within new senior care facilities.
1/3/2023
$11.3 Billion Needed for Nursing Homes Staffing
Estimate comes from the American Health Care Association, representing more than 14,000 nursing homes and other long-term care facilities.
1/3/2023
