Indoor air quality linked to lung health
A study said that the quality of indoor air in nursing homes seriously affects the lung health of elderly residents, according to an article on the Long-term Living website
A recent study said that the quality of indoor air in nursing homes seriously affects the lung health of elderly residents, according to an article on the Long-term Living website. Researchers collected data on five indoor air pollutants that come from heaters, building materials, furniture, cleaning products, disinfectants and cooling systems.
Read the article.
April 14, 2015
Topic Area:
Maintenance and Operations
Recent Posts
The goal is not to create a fortress but to build a space where patients feel protected and caregivers feel empowered to deliver exceptional care.
The NYC Health + Hospitals system has launched a 104-bed Outposted Therapeutic Housing Unit at Bellevue Hospital, offering specialized care for detainees with serious medical conditions.
Case study: The process encouraged the team to push themselves in several areas.
By adopting collaborative delivery, leveraging institutional knowledge and rethinking implementation, managers can reshape the design of these vital facilities.
The ability to respond quickly and recover effectively depends on the strength of an organization’s external bonds.