Safety - September 2019
VA regional director on leave after dying Georgia veteran found covered in ant bites
VA announced a series of changes at the assisted-living facility
9/30/2019
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Survey: Campuses embracing access control, lockdown solutions
Nine in 10 respondents say they have adopted new or improved lockdown/shelter-in-place policies and procedures
9/30/2019
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Vermont hospital uses trailer as temporary laundry solution
Copley Hospital searching for a new healthcare linen vendor
9/30/2019
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Cost of data breaches most in healthcare industry
Data breaches in healthcare sector almost double that of the global average
9/30/2019
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Plastic piping can offer savings, flexibility
A range options for new construction and renovation offer flexibility, cost efficiency and easy installation
9/30/2019
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Montreal hospital to spend $4.5 million on security upgrades
A range options for new construction and renovation offer flexibility, cost efficiency and easy installation
9/30/2019
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WHO raises concerns over possible unreported Ebola cases in Tanzania
Tanzania has not shared ebola tests so they can be validated at an outside laboratory
9/27/2019
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Bahamas clinic loses staff, power and water — stays open
A massive generator was eventually delivered by the Dutch navy
9/27/2019
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Report: Children's hospital's cabling could trigger fire
The issue comes after claims that the hospital had serious drainage and ventilation problems
9/27/2019
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Kaiser Permanente earns EPA green energy award
The award recognizes a renewable energy agreement that will enable the system to become carbon neutral in 2020
9/27/2019
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Tips for medical device cybersecurity
Device cybersecurity called the biggest challenge hospitals face today
9/27/2019
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N.Y. hospital restricts access due to bedbugs
Glens Falls Hospital restricts Cancer Center's outpatient area
9/26/2019
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Environmental service department leaders urged to embrace change
Change and innovation are at the forefront in healthcare
9/26/2019
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Should facility laundries 'own' infection prevention textiles?
Infection prevention microfiber textile products should no longer be purchased and owned by environmental services, article says
9/25/2019
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Some Ga. hospitals replace color-based emergency codes with plain language
The use of plain language emergency alerts is recommended by federal agencies
9/25/2019
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What should be included in a networked lighting controls system?
The anatomy of an advanced lighting controls system can seem tricky
9/25/2019
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What should be included in a networked lighting controls system?
The anatomy of an advanced lighting controls system can seem tricky
9/25/2019
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Hospitals urged to cooperate to beat hackers
Security frameworks and threat intelligence sharing already exist
9/25/2019
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Wyoming hospital cuts services because of hacker attack
Campbell County Memorial Hospital, a 90-bed hospital was still operating
9/24/2019
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Technology helps makes Stanford Hospital safer, more efficient
New facilities features lots of high-tech, but some older systems still remain
9/24/2019
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Laundry operations need to balance caregiving, cleanliness, costs
Choosing equipment depends on a variety of factors
9/24/2019
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U of Chicago moved patients before nursing strike
Pediatric patients in the ICU were moved to other hospitals
9/23/2019
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Candida auris found at Brooklyn nursing home
There have been 881 confirmed cases in N.Y. with nearly 200 deaths
9/23/2019
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Climate control efforts can support healthy environment during healthcare construction
Mold, microbes and other airborne particles can be introduced into the environment
9/23/2019
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The ups and downs of elevator services: A primer on contract negotiations
With the right contract negotiation strategies—and thorough knowledge of the elevator industry—hospitals can maintain high-quality elevator service and save money
9/23/2019
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4 more Legionnaires' cases at Illinois senior facility
There are now 12 confirmed cases of Legionnaires' disease have been reported at Batavia facility
9/20/2019
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Ant infestation at Georgia veterans facility is being investigated
Lawmakers want to know why Veterans Affairs officials did not react more quickly
9/20/2019
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80,000+ Kaiser workers may strike in October
Housekeepers are among the jobs affected by the picket lines
9/20/2019
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Innovation, automation and a 21st Century end-user experience: Aligning expectations with reality
It is incumbent upon IT partners to narrow the gap that exists between reality and expectations
9/20/2019
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Focusing on bond prevention is one sustainable snow strategy
Implementing best practices when using deicers can help keep surfaces clear
9/20/2019
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Deadly fungus must spur big changes in infection control
Expert says the best way to prepare for Candida auris is to really examine the culture around infection control in the nursing home
9/20/2019
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Nursing homes feeding Candida Auris
Cleaning up America's nursing homes should be a priority
9/19/2019
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Hospital employee killed after Ohio man crashes truck into ER
The medical center was closed due to structural damage
9/19/2019
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Healthcare delivered in a damaged hospital, field hospitals and pop-up clinics in the Bahamas
It was estimated that 90% of equipment and supplies – and all the hospital beds – in Rand Memorial Hospital on Grand Bahama Island were damaged
9/19/2019
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California hospital disaster planning conference dealing with new normal
What were once rare or infrequent events have now become regular occurrences in California
9/19/2019
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Cybersecurity still possible on a tight budget
A good information security plan can be affordable
9/19/2019
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No injuries after tornado hits South Dakota hospital
Dozens of buildings were damaged or destroyed, trees torn up and power lines downed
9/18/2019
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N.J. hospital administrator charged with bringing gun onto grounds without permission
The incident occurred during an 18-month reform plan instituted after an outside consultant found widespread problems at New Jersey's psychiatric hospitals
9/18/2019
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Regulations, Codes & Standards Q&A: Delayed egress locks
Brad Keyes discusses regulations for delayed egress locks
9/18/2019
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Blockchain technology in healthcare market to hit $1.6 billion by 2025
Healthcare organizations continue to be the subject of attacks by hackers seeking access to patient data for resale on the black market
9/18/2019
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Door selection can impact infection control
Touchless doors can help stop the spread of germs and bacteria
9/18/2019
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When Dorian hit, Fla.’s generator requirements were not enforced
Following Hurricane Irma, Florida changed its regulations to require backup generators and enough fuel to maintain comfortable temperatures
9/17/2019
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The critical condition of hospital power
Load bank testing for hospital generators is a crucial industry requirement.
9/17/2019
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Overcrowding at Irish hospitals leading to co-ed wards
Patients also waiting on gurneys for the next empty bed
9/17/2019
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Cladding to be removed at Oxford's Churchill and Children's hospitals
The wrong materials were used at the two healthcare facilities
9/17/2019
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Strategies for water conservation
Water audits and leak-detection technology can help managers curtail facility water use
9/17/2019
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Bahamas healthcare facilities struggle to deal with decomposing bodies after Dorian
Bahamas’ only functioning public hospital expects the death toll would be 'staggering,' and two refrigerated, 40-foot trucks would be needed
9/16/2019
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Houston hospital declares 'internal disaster' after water main breaks
Declaring a systemwide internal disaster helped manage ambulance and patient volume
9/16/2019
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Creating a successful healthcare facility management partnership
Misperceptions can hamper a partnership with an FM service provider
9/16/2019
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Cancer patient forced to stop chemo early because of rare hospital infection
Three children had contracted infections while being treated for cancer at Glasgow's Queen Elizabeth University Hospital
9/16/2019
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Electrostatic sprayers can help control infections, save time
Machines allow janitors to sanitize and disinfect high touchpoints every day
9/16/2019
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Dog to join Washington hospital security staff
The canine officer was added to help deter violence
9/13/2019
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Greener healthcare facilities could mean lower healthcare costs
Healthcare facilities can generate a massive amount of waste and energy use
9/13/2019
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Key steps to boosting facility security
Focusing on assessment, specification and implementation allows managers can streamline installation and enhance access control
9/13/2019
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Best practices for cleaning, disinfection
Cleaning, disinfecting critical to prevention of hospital-acquired infections
9/13/2019
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When computers crashed, one Milwaukee hospital turned away ambulances
At least four patients, including one who was having a life-threatening heart attack, were turned away
9/12/2019
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Hospital staffers move babies to safety in 'mini ICU on wheels' ahead of hurricane
Three teams of drivers, respiratory nurses and therapists from Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta drove to a pair of hospitals in Savannah
9/12/2019
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Long-term care residents moved to safer ground ahead of Dorian
More than 380 people were evacuated from North Carolina long-term care centers
9/12/2019
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Cybersecurity is a top safety issue for healthcare facilities
Cybersecurity was listed behind severe weather and active shooter incidents
9/12/2019
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Mayo Clinic Health Systems Austin temporarily offers valet parking
Construction at the hospital took away some handicap spots
9/11/2019
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Report: Healthcare devices are becoming more vulnerable to cyberattack
Forty percent of the devices medical professional are using are IoT devices
9/11/2019
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Four cases of Legionnaires’ confirmed at Illinois retirement facility
Legionnaires' disease outbreak in Batavia is being investigated
9/10/2019
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Hospitals are being rebuilt for stronger storms
The resilience of hospitals is especially important for areas that only have one major medical center
9/10/2019
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Family sues healthcare center after man dies during Hurricane Harvey
Suit alleges one of its properties was poorly prepared for the storm
9/10/2019
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Stopping cold drafts in their tracks
Suit alleges one of its properties were poorly prepared for the storm
9/10/2019
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Children's mental health facility designed for connecting with nature
The Reach Out Centre for Kids focuses on the link between natural development and the close relationships children share with the living, according to an article on the Healthcare Design website
9/10/2019
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Rural hospital staff had to go to Dollar General for supplies
Surgeries were allegedly delayed because of a lack of supplies
9/10/2019
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Doctor brings 'Solar Suitcases' to hospitals without reliable power
We Care Solar is a nonprofit that distributes Solar Suitcases
9/9/2019
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Ebola outbreak surpasses 3,000 cases
The second-largest, second-deadliest Ebola outbreak in history has exceeded 2,000 deaths
9/9/2019
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Dorian forces more than 100 Florida healthcare facilities to evacuate
Facilities moved patients and residents to other facilities and buildings inland
9/9/2019
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Maintaining sidewalks and parking garages requires a comprehensive, strategic approach
Hardscape components need a comprehensive program that helps technicians address small problems early
9/9/2019
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Cybersecurity responsibility shared by entire healthcare supply chain
Increased use of connected medical devices and software and wireless technology have made health systems more vulnerable
9/9/2019
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Space Coast hospitals, nursing homes prepped for Dorian
The emergency management coordinator for Brevard County started daily conference calls with local hospital systems last week
9/6/2019
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Former Georgia hospital security director charged with stealing guns, money
Security director at DeKalb Medical accused of stealing more than 90 guns, $20,000
9/6/2019
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Hundreds of Florida nursing homes didn’t meet requirements ahead of Dorian
Eldercare facilities remain under scrutiny two years after Hurricane Irma
9/6/2019
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FDA says healthcare facilities should use safer scopes
Agency suggests companies make disposable versions
9/6/2019
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CDC report: More than 750 C. auris cases in U.S.
The number of confirmed cases hit 725 (with 30 more probable) as of June 30
9/5/2019
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Finding security solutions in healthcare spaces
More facilities are transitioning from traditional keys to smart technology
9/5/2019
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Woman assaults security officer while trying to abduct child at Pa. hospital
The patient at Lancaster General Hospital took a 4-year-old from her mother
9/5/2019
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Shoddy IT infrastructure invites hackers
Hackers are attracted to hospitals with rapid adoption of IT
9/5/2019
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Looking to design a new space? Key considerations in AV technology
Audiovisual technology can be used within a building infrastructure to simply manage routine needs
9/4/2019
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Florida hospitals install electronic paper patient and room information displays
Hospitals can display information without the glare and blue light of a typical LCD screen
9/4/2019
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Securing patients' medical information
Unless your staff is trained and vigilant, all your security precautions might be for nothing
9/4/2019
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Blockchain technology holds potential of transforming healthcare sector
Blockchain offers better confidentiality of patient information alongside quick access to required data
9/4/2019
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Dogs in Vancouver hospital can sniff out C. diff
The dogs identified C. diff on medical equipment and in linen carts, hospital beds, waiting areas, and staff lockers
9/3/2019
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Healthcare industry accounts for 70 percent of occupational violence
Nurses and other healthcare workers are more likely to face workplace violence than police officers and prison guards
9/3/2019
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California hospital closes labor and delivery unit because of mold
The hospital discovered the mold July 18 in a nutrition room
9/3/2019
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Often overlooked "un-washable” surfaces in healthcare facilities harbor bacteria
The system will generate 2.4 million kilowatt hours (kWh) of clean, renewable power per year
9/3/2019
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Tips for hiring healthcare cybersecurity pros
Cybersecurity requires people from all backgrounds and majors
9/3/2019
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