Jamie Morgan
Articles
November 2016 Toolbox: Sustainability, safety and pest control
Free online resources for health care facility professionals on a range of topics.
Operations Related to Environmental Hygiene
HHS sets new targets to eliminate health care-associated infections
Also this week: AHE launches new infection prevention certification.
Health Care Facility Technology Systems, IT and OT Infrastructure
Tech talk: Internet of Things launches wearable technology to new horizons
Wearables used at home, in the delivery room and even in space are meeting patients right where they are.
Operational Excellence, Compliance and Operations
Joint Commission's new standard signals greater focus on antibiotic-resistant bacteria
Health care organizations need to fight antibiotic-resistance on every front available.
Compliance and Operations
FDA: Automatic external defibrillator electrode recalled
Also this week: Researcher studies design's impact on safety, OSHA updates health and safety recommendations.
Construction, Construction Profiles
USDA funds go toward health care construction in rural areas
$20 million is being funneled through Rural LISC to build up community services in impoverished areas.
Compliance and Operations
Congress urges CMS to provide flexibility in outpatient payment system rule
Also this week: FDA, CDC warn of infection risk associated with heater-cooler system.
Health Care Facility Technology Systems, IT and OT Infrastructure
Methodist Healthcare gets head start on tech integration on new hospital
The system signed a $12.9 million tech contract to achieve a 'technologically advanced, iconic medical center'.
Operational Excellence, Safety and Security
Joint Commission launches online violence prevention center
Also this week: ASHE names new executive director and CMS funds patient safety improvements.
Products, Interior Surfaces Products
Functional flooring designed for health care facilities
Products that assist in noise reduction, infection control and safety gain favor in the market.