Healthcare facilities feel impact of extreme heat

Majority of Southeastern Australia hospitals not designed with weather risks in mind


The majority of Southeastern Australia hospitals were not designed with weather risks in mind, according to an article on The Conversation website.

Healthcare facilities in the region are currently feeling the impact of extreme heat.

While healthcare providers are coping with the impact of the weather events, the buildings they work in and the infrastructure that supports them often constrain their ability to respond.

Power outages and sick people waiting hours for beds have been reported.

Read the article.

 

 



January 16, 2017


Topic Area: Maintenance and Operations


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