Industry News - May 2018
Survey says: Most hospitals aren't ready for mass tragedy
Nine out of 10 ER doctors say their hospitals aren't fully prepared for major disasters or mass tragedies
5/31/2018
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Process and design improvements explored for China's Drum Tower Hospital
American and Chinese hospitals evaluate similarities, differences
5/25/2018
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Emergency power system gives N.C. hospital reliability, redundancy and flexibility
Ensures seamless delivery of normal and emergency power to all loads
5/16/2018
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Three strategies to minimize regulatory overload
In recent years, clinical staff and facilities managers alike have seen an increased amount of time spent on regulatory compliance, which can take away from other valuable initiatives
5/11/2018
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S.D. hospital says it has taken immediate action on medical waste protocols
A senior Region Health official said the hospital is taking new steps to make sure medical waste is being disposed of properly
5/10/2018
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Strategic programming for healthcare facilities
Clear and effective communication of information throughout the process is critical to the success of a facilities project
5/9/2018
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Union workers picketing at Kaiser facilities
The union said that the informational pickets are not a strike and will not affect patient care
5/7/2018
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How hospitals respond to mass casualties like Toronto’s van attack
When healthcare facilities hear 'Code Orange' they get ready for patients’ arrival
5/2/2018
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Pa. healthcare facility adds calming live music to common areas
New arts department created a variety of art and music therapies at the hospital
5/2/2018
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