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Activating a water management plan

The American Society for Health Care Engineering's new monograph provides the latest recommendations to prevent waterborne pathogens

Oct 13, 2025

by HFM Staff

Planning pediatric facilities that align with patient needs

Acuity-adaptable spaces for pediatric care units result in reduced transfers, improved safety and better continuity

Oct 8, 2025

by Nora Colman and Jacqueline S. Foy

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Emergency management planning driven by HVAs

A how-to guide on building clearly documented and up-to-date responses for any emergency event

Oct 3, 2025

by Narsimha Irrinki

2025 ASHE Award winners

A salute to high-performing members, facilities and organizations excelling in leadership, sustainability and collaboration

Sep 26, 2025

by HFM Staff

HFM News

Virtual training for cleaning medical equipment

EVS department pilots virtual reality training

Massachusetts hospitals explore the potential of emerging technologies to better teach cleaning and disinfection protocols.

Oct 15, 2025 By Brian Justice

Hospital costs briefly reverse course

However, health care facilities professionals should plan for more volatility as the year continues, particularly in steel and conductive metals

Oct 15, 2025 By Adam Raimond

Why staying current with code updates is critical for health care facilities

Here are seven reasons facilities professionals should get involved in the code development process

Oct 13, 2025 By Chad E. Beebe

Web Exclusives

Machine painting parking spot lines on pavement

Paving the way to cost savings

A pavement management program that begins with the end-goal in mind will save costs and extend asset life

Sep 24, 2025 By Tyler Means and Bill Collester

Engineering solutions for hospital noise

Evidence-based planning and design approaches to improve HCAHPS ‘quiet at night’ scores

Sep 17, 2025 By Alex Hornecker and Courtney Schoedel

Construction managers and facilities managers meeting

Collaboration between construction and facilities management

Establishing project leadership and team dynamics to ensure projects are ready for Day One and beyond

Sep 1, 2025 By Kyle Nelson

Design Spotlight

Comprehensive care, close to home

Elegant design brings tranquility and healing to the April Sampson Cancer Center in Lincoln, Neb.

Oct 8, 2025 By HFM Staff

Designed to heal through hope

City of Hope’s Hope Plaza elevates the patient experience with thoughtfully planned interiors.

Oct 8, 2025 By HFM Staff

Mercy Medical Center Marion Emergency Department

Community care through design

Off-site emergency department brings first-rate care within reach for Marion, Iowa, residents.

Jul 21, 2025 By HFM Staff

Inside HFM

Recognition and next steps

ASHE President Michael Hatton applauds members' recent successes while keeping an eye turned toward the future of the field.

Sep 22, 2025 By Michael Hatton

Interview

2025 President's Award winner Larry Newlands

President’s Award winner touts energy reduction

Larry Newlands recounts his formative role in initiating ASHE's Energy to Care Chapter Challenge program.

Sep 24, 2025 By Landon Hegedus

Member News

Corridors impact operations, experiences

Three studies examine how intentionally designed corridors affect staff workflow and team communication in nursing units

Oct 13, 2025 By Yolanda Keys

Codes & Standards

CMS improves survey transparency

Plus: Joint Commission updates standards; NFPA elects new Health Care Section Chair; ASPR tests biocontainment transporting unit

Oct 1, 2025 By HFM Staff

Field Report

Steam program reduces energy use

Annual steam maintenance program eases maintenance burden and cuts utility costs for New York health system

Jun 9, 2025 By HFM Staff

Products

RTLS solutions grow as operational tools

New technologies and broader uses for real-time locating systems lead to expanded adoption

Sep 2, 2025 By Neal Lorenzi

Activating a water management plan

Planning pediatric facilities that align with patient needs

Emergency management planning driven by HVAs

2025 ASHE Award winners

HFM News

EVS department pilots virtual reality training

Hospital costs briefly reverse course

Why staying current with code updates is critical for health care facilities

Web Exclusives

Paving the way to cost savings

Engineering solutions for hospital noise

Collaboration between construction and facilities management

Popular Articles

Unlocking the potential of an existing CMMS

Joint Commission shares more details about Accreditation 360

Understanding and resolving sprinkler obstructions

Design Spotlight

Comprehensive care, close to home

Designed to heal through hope

Community care through design

Inside HFM

Recognition and next steps

Interview

President’s Award winner touts energy reduction

Member News

Corridors impact operations, experiences

Codes & Standards

CMS improves survey transparency

Field Report

Steam program reduces energy use

Products

RTLS solutions grow as operational tools

Assessing International Plumbing Code updates for chemical waste drainage

Activating a water management plan

Planning pediatric facilities that align with patient needs