HVAC - April 2023
What Fire Sprinklers and Alarms are the Best for Hospitals?
Manufacturers join to discuss the best fit sprinklers and alarms for hospitals.
4/28/2023
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What Fire Sprinklers and Alarms are the Best for Hospitals?
Manufacturers join to discuss the best fit sprinklers and alarms for hospitals.
4/28/2023
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High Rise Financial Releases Research on Rates of Workplace Accidents
Among the top three states, healthcare is one of the most popular careers.
4/28/2023
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Infection Prevention and Control Team at VANTHCS Implemented Effective Initiative
The initiative positively impacted IPC staff burnout and aided prevention of healthcare-associated infections.
4/28/2023
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Infection Prevention and Control Team at VANTHCS Implemented Effective Initiative
The initiative positively impacted IPC staff burnout and aided prevention of healthcare-associated infections.
4/28/2023
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Emergency Preparedness: Addressing Compliance Challenges
Healthcare facilities managers are dealing with important changes in the way their facilities comply with federal requirements for emergency preparedness.
4/27/2023
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Valley Children's Healthcare Details New Net-Zero Environmental Strategy
The organization aims to reduce its emissions by 50 percent by 2030.
4/27/2023
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How Heat Pumps Can Benefit Hospitals
A look at the emerging trend of using heat pumps instead of typical HVAC systems.
4/26/2023
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WellSpan Turns Plastic to Construction Materials
WellSpan Hospital has partnered with Center for Regenerative Design and Collaboration to turn plastic waste into concrete.
4/26/2023
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What to Do in the Event of a Water Outage
Water outages can have a detrimental effect on healthcare facilities.
4/25/2023
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St. Luke's Health System Accidentally Discloses Protected Health Information
Over 15,000 patients had their protected information disclosed due to a technical error.
4/25/2023
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St. Luke's Health System Accidentally Discloses Protected Health Information
Over 15,000 patients had their protected information disclosed due to a technical error.
4/25/2023
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St. Luke's Health System Accidentally Discloses Protected Health Information
Over 15,000 patients had their protected information disclosed due to a technical error.
4/25/2023
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St. Luke's Health System Accidentally Discloses Protected Health Information
Over 15,000 patients had their protected information disclosed due to a technical error.
4/25/2023
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Government Officials Re-Introduce Violence Prevention Legislation
The bill aims to curb the rising rates of workplace violence in healthcare settings.
4/25/2023
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Using Critical Data to Achieve Savings
By adopting a centralized, standardized approach to facility management, organizations can save money and improve safety and the patient experience.
4/24/2023
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Sarah D. Culbertson Memorial Hospital Fully Restores IT Network After Cyberattack
Systems were shut down to contain the cyberattack.
4/24/2023
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Sarah D. Culbertson Memorial Hospital Fully Restores IT Network After Cyberattack
Systems were shut down to contain the cyberattack.
4/24/2023
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Sarah D. Culbertson Memorial Hospital Fully Restores IT Network After Cyberattack
Systems were shut down to contain the cyberattack.
4/24/2023
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When to Perform Maintenance on Fire Alarms and Sprinklers
Fire alarm and sprinkler manufacturers discuss when to maintenance.
4/21/2023
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When to Perform Maintenance on Fire Alarms and Sprinklers
Fire alarm and sprinkler manufacturers discuss when to maintenance.
4/21/2023
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BrightSpring Health Services Targeted in Ransomware Attack
The Money Message ransomware group claims to have stolen more than 2 million records from the company.
4/21/2023
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Best Practices for Ice Melt Application at Senior Care Facilities
Understanding how and when to use ice melt is key to reducing slippery conditions in winter.
4/20/2023
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Healthcare Flooring: Balancing Cleaning and Sustainability
Changing expectations placed on flooring in hospitals brought on by pandemic have created more complex replacement decisions for managers.
4/19/2023
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CommonSpirit Health Provides Update on October 2022 Ransomware Attack
Over 160 different facilities were affected by the incident.
4/19/2023
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HHS Investigated on Pandemic Relief Fund Distribution
The House Committee on Oversight and Accountability is concerned about the department’s decision to provide provider relief funds to profitable hospitals.
4/19/2023
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Improving Water Quality in Healthcare Facilities
Water has an everyday role at healthcare facilities.
4/18/2023
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AHA Urging Congress and Biden Administration to Act on Labor Shortage
Thousands of healthcare workers have left the industry.
4/18/2023
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Physicians Rarely Speak to Patients About Gun Safety
Gun violence has been on the rise in the United States.
4/18/2023
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Wrong Disinfectant Can Lead to Occupational Health Risks
Overuse of disinfectants cause healthcare workers to be unnecessarily exposed to substances that could cause or aggravate asthma or dermatitis.
4/17/2023
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FEMA Sends Over $2.6 Million to Reimburse Danbury Hospital for COVID-19 Costs
The costs incurred were related to purchasing materials necessary for safe treatment during the pandemic.
4/17/2023
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St. Luke's Health System Experiences Data Breach
The data breach was the result of sending certain letters to an incorrect mailing address.
4/17/2023
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How Fire Safety Drills Differ for Healthcare Facilities
From laying out plans to actively drilling, fire safety drills are critical to preventing real harm.
4/14/2023
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Montgomery General Hospital Suffers Cyberattack and Data Leak
The cyberattack involved unauthorized access to the hospital’s IT systems.
4/14/2023
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Montgomery General Hospital Suffers Cyberattack and Data Leak
The cyberattack involved unauthorized access to the hospital’s IT systems.
4/14/2023
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Montgomery General Hospital Suffers Cyberattack and Data Leak
The cyberattack involved unauthorized access to the hospital’s IT systems.
4/14/2023
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How Can the Inflation Reduction Act Benefit Healthcare Facilities?
Within the IRA was an enhancement to the 179D Energy Efficient Commercial Buildings Deduction.
4/13/2023
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How Can the Inflation Reduction Act Benefit Healthcare Facilities?
Within the IRA was an enhancement to the 179D Energy Efficient Commercial Buildings Deduction.
4/13/2023
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Healthcare Coalition Releases AI Guidelines
The guidelines address the evolving landscape of AI tools.
4/13/2023
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Tallahassee Memorial Healthcare Targeted in Data Breach Incident
The incident involved the unauthorized access of patient information.
4/12/2023
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Tallahassee Memorial Healthcare Targeted in Data Breach Incident
The incident involved the unauthorized access of patient information.
4/12/2023
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Tallahassee Memorial Healthcare Targeted in Data Breach Incident
The incident involved the unauthorized access of patient information.
4/12/2023
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Mackenzie Health Implements Real-Time Location Systems, Sees Improvement
RTLS allows managers to quickly locate medical equipment and improve patient care.
4/11/2023
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CMS Proposes New Rule for the Skilled Nursing Facility Prospective Payment System
The new rule would increase aggregate Medicare spending by 3.7 percent compared with 2023.
4/11/2023
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Swatting Attempt Takes Place at Sparrow Hospital
Lansing police was called to the hospital after several bomb threats were made.
4/11/2023
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Swatting Attempt Takes Place at Sparrow Hospital
Lansing police was called to the hospital after several bomb threats were made.
4/11/2023
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Surface Disinfectant Chemicals Market to Reach $5.3 Billion by 2033
The rise in use of disinfectants is due to several factors, including the pandemic.
4/10/2023
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Select Medical Signs Agreement to Acquire Vibra Hospital of Richmond
The 63-bed hospital will be rebranded to Select Specialty Hospital – Richmond.
4/10/2023
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Class Certification in CareFirst Lawsuit Denied by District Court Judge
The lawsuit concerns a data breach that occurred in April 2014.
4/6/2023
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AHA Urges Government Officials to Pass the Rural Hospital Support Act
The bill has been reintroduced to the Senate.
4/6/2023
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Cases of Candida Auris on the Rise
Cases of Candida Auris have spread throughout half the country.
4/5/2023
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AHA and AHCA Send in Joint Letter on Federal Staffing Mandate for Nursing Homes
The letter outlines concern about the federal mandate accelerating the current staffing crisis.
4/5/2023
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What is the WELL Health-Safety Rating and How Does it Apply to Senior Care Facilities?
This rating applies to all types of facilities in addition to senior care facilities
4/4/2023
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Tracking and Analytics Tool Compromised Patient Data
New York-Presbyterian Hospital notified patients that its tracking and analytics tool may have resulted in sharing patient information.
4/4/2023
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'Elbow Grease' Is Critical for Infection Control
Elbow grease can help ensure healthcare facilities remain as pathogen-free as possible.
4/3/2023
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Atlantic General Hospital Experienced Possible Data Breach
AGH conducted an investigation that determined there was unauthorized access to its servers.
4/3/2023
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Atlantic General Hospital Experienced Possible Data Breach
AGH conducted an investigation that determined there was unauthorized access to its servers.
4/3/2023
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Prisma Health Reopens Emergency Department at North Greenville Hospital
Greenville County approved a one-time fund $13.49 million in COVID-19 relief funds to help reopen the department.
4/3/2023
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