HFM News

INFECTION PREVENTION
The one-day campaign resulted in nearly 97,000 hand-hygiene events from patients, visitors and employees.
DESIGN
Four directors and CEOs connected to major health systems discuss why they continue to consolidate services.
CONSTRUCTION
Trinidad called on firms from the US and China to design and build the new Couva Children's Hospital and Training Center.
NEWS
Also this week: New guidance on unique device identification and study finds 50 percent of hospital mattresses contain resistant-bacteria.
TECHNOLOGY
The organization also gives recommended steps health care organizations can take to reduce cybersecurity threats.
INFECTION PREVENTION
Does your health system work with other organizations in its infection control efforts?.
CONSTRUCTION
Robotic, augmented reality and 3-D printing technology used by medical professionals may have practical use in building health care facilities.
NEWS
Also this week: APIC highlights strategies during active-shooter situations and FDA issues updates on health care gown requirements.
SUSTAINABILITY
University of Maryland Medical Center has saved $1.2 million after adopting Practice Greenhealth's "Greening the OR" initiative.
SECURITY
Has your health system reviewed its emergency response plans with staff within the last month?.