Information Technology - January 2024
Cleveland Clinic Confiscated 30,000 Weapons in 2023
A mix of technology and collaboration can help address workplace violence in healthcare settings.
1/31/2024
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Cleveland Clinic Confiscated 30,000 Weapons in 2023
A mix of technology and collaboration can help address workplace violence in healthcare settings.
1/31/2024
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Contractor Employee Killed in Construction Incident at Brockton Hospital
OSHA found the contractor could have prevented the fatal incident that occurred in June 2023.
1/31/2024
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Peru Hospital Reopens Under OSF Healthcare
The Peru, Illinois hospital was shut down over a year ago prior to its reopening.
1/31/2024
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Five Key Points to an Effective Infection Control Program
Follow these tips to create strong infection control practices.
1/30/2024
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Technology To Benefit Facilities and Patients
Technological innovations vary in application but collectively contribute to a more efficient, accessible and personalized healthcare system.
1/29/2024
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Franciscan Alliance to Fully Acquire Franciscan Beacon Hospital
The acquisition will be completed in spring.
1/29/2024
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Preventing Quat Binding in Healthcare Facilities
Disinfectant manufacturers discuss how to prevent quat binding from happening.
1/26/2024
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Columbus Regional Healthcare System Caught in Data Breach
The incident occurred in May 2023.
1/25/2024
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Columbus Regional Healthcare System Caught in Data Breach
The incident occurred in May 2023.
1/25/2024
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Workplace Violence: Finding Effective Training
Maintaining a security presence is part of the solution, but managers also need to select a program that meets organizations’ needs.
1/24/2024
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Seattle Children's Hospital Embroiled in Mold Class-Action Lawsuit
Getting rid of mold requires tackling the issue at its source.
1/24/2024
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Mask Mandates Ramp Up at Healthcare Facilities
Healthcare facilities have resulted in reimplementing masking guidelines as flu season continues.
1/23/2024
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Mask Mandates Ramp Up at Healthcare Facilities
Healthcare facilities have resulted in reimplementing masking guidelines as flu season continues.
1/23/2024
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Disinfecting Against Tough-to-Kill Pathogens
Disinfectant manufacturers discuss the best chemicals to use against highly resistant germs.
1/19/2024
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HMG Healthcare Experiences Data Security Incident
The data incident occurred in November 2023.
1/18/2024
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HMG Healthcare Experiences Data Security Incident
The data incident occurred in November 2023.
1/18/2024
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De-escalating Workplace Violence: A Training Infrastructure
Strategies and tactics to build an effective program that protects workers and patients.
1/17/2024
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Study Finds Bacteria Stick Around Even After Cleaning
Rethinking the disinfection process is critical to killing germs of all kinds.
1/17/2024
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Cleaning Patient Care Equipment
Left untouched, objects or materials such as clothes, utensils and furniture can carry infections.
1/15/2024
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Training Frontline Healthcare Staff for Effective Pathogen Control
Disinfectant manufacturers discuss training frontline staff on different chemicals and their dwell times.
1/12/2024
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Baptist Health and Compass Surgical Partners Announce Joint Venture
The two organizations plan on launching a network of ambulatory surgery centers.
1/11/2024
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Golden Valley Memorial Healthcare Opens New Oncology Center
The new facility is called the Bourland Radiation Oncology Center.
1/10/2024
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Patient Barricades Themself in Room at Methodist Richardson Medical Center
The patient was experiencing a mental health crisis at the time of the incident.
1/10/2024
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Patient Barricades Themself in Room at Methodist Richardson Medical Center
The patient was experiencing a mental health crisis at the time of the incident.
1/10/2024
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Artificial Intelligence and Robotics Drive Healthcare Efficiency and Resilience
Robotics and AI can help managers reduce costs and risk, improve operational efficiency and address tough challenges.
1/8/2024
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Artificial Intelligence and Robotics Drive Healthcare Efficiency and Resilience
Robotics and AI can help managers reduce costs and risk, improve operational efficiency and address tough challenges.
1/8/2024
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Differentiating Between Traditional and 'Hospital Grade' Disinfectants
Disinfectant manufacturers discuss the distinction between two types of products.
1/5/2024
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3 Benefits of Autonomous Floor Care Equipment in Healthcare
Switching to robots can help departments address staffing shortages and streamline tasks.
1/4/2024
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3 Benefits of Autonomous Floor Care Equipment in Healthcare
Switching to robots can help departments address staffing shortages and streamline tasks.
1/4/2024
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Great Falls Clinic and Hospital Announces Campus Expansion
The new property is located on almost 15 acres of space.
1/4/2024
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Study Finds C. auris Capable of Quick Recontamination
While already being tough to deal with, C. auris can also swiftly contaminate a recently disinfected environment.
1/3/2024
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Team Strategy for Effective Healthcare Cleaning
Team approach can help facilities set priorities, identify responsibilities and avoid contamination
1/3/2024
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Tampa General Hospital Renames Children's Hospital
The children’s hospital has been renamed in honor of long-time donators.
1/2/2024
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