Safety and Security
OPERATIONS
Leaders from Orlando Health say mass casualty drills helped them prepare for the unthinkable.
NEWS
Also this week: Updates from the Joint Commission and EPA on health care safety.
SAFETY
Has your hospital implemented fall-prevention initiatives in the past year?.
NEWS
Also this week: WHO's surgical site-infection prevention guidelines touch on physical environment.
SECURITY
The American Hospital Association initiative directs hospitals on where to find help to combat violence.
INSIDE HFM
A few ideas for finding help with hospital safety.
INTERVIEW
Health care security expert Thomas Smith advises hospitals on how to get security right.
NEWS
Also this week: ASHE names new executive director and CMS funds patient safety improvements.