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2022 Environmental Services Departments of the Year

AHE's annual award honors hospital EVS teams for performance excellence.

October 31, 2022 by Ed Avis

Moving from PDC to accreditation

Building a focus on accreditation during planning and design helps to create a smooth transition into operations.

November 1, 2022 by Shadie (Shay) R. Rankhorn Jr., SASHE, CHFM, CHC and Scott Mason, CHOP, FRSPH, HCC

RTLS vendors improve health facility efficiency

Hospital systems invest in advanced technology to aid equipment tracking, staff safety, patient security and more.

November 1, 2022 by Neal Lorenzi

Mitigating Legionella with a targeted response

Effectively treating Legionella colonization in hospital water systems first requires a thorough understanding of the root cause.

November 1, 2022 by Bryan Connors, MS, CIH, HEM

HFM News

Hospital invests in cogeneration plant for resiliency

Through simultaneous heat and electricity generation, Staten Island facility expects to reduce emissions and boost energy savings.

November 29, 2022 By John McCormack

Pediatric behavioral health facilities emphasize good design

Inviting colors, thoughtful decorations and interactive technology promote feelings of safety for young patients.

November 29, 2022 By Larry Beresford

Ebola alert sets hospital's emergency management committee into action

NYC hospital implements several plans and procedures to guard against possible Ebola spread following CDC alert to the region.

November 28, 2022 By John DiGirolomo

Editor's Picks

Boiler and chiller makers address hospital needs

Reliability, efficiency and sustainability among key product drivers.

August 29, 2022 By Neal Lorenzi

ASHE reinvents member volunteerism

A new pathway for members to share expertise, enhance careers and make a difference.

August 29, 2022 By Tina Morton, CAE

2022 Sustainability Champions

ASHE honors three hospitals for outstanding leadership in health care decarbonization efforts.

August 26, 2022 By Beth Burmahl

Web Exclusives

One small regulatory update can lay out the path toward decarbonization

The impact of recent disaster events on hospitals begs the question: Why does health care still rely on diesel?

November 18, 2022 by David Introcaso, Ph.D.
Decarbonization mandates spread across the country

Hospitals are proactively addressing pollution and climate change through a multifaceted and comprehensive approach.

September 23, 2022 by Camille Fink
Hospitals overcome challenges to complete construction projects

Lessons learned from the pandemic yield innovative solutions for health care facilities and construction professionals.

September 8, 2022 by Sam Giffin, director of data operations, Gordian and John Gomes, professional services manager, Gordian

Hospitals contend with construction challenges

Economic, supply chain and labor issues have created a trifecta of obstacles for health care construction projects.

September 30, 2022 by Beth Burmahl

Comprehensive emergency management programs

The Joint Commission updates its requirements, reflecting the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid's Conditions of Participation.

September 30, 2022 by Leah Hummel, AIA, CHFM, CHC

Tracking ASHRAE news and standards open for comment

A list of ASHRAE addenda, revisions and drafts affecting health care open for public comment plus other updates.

September 2, 2022 by HFM Staff

Design Center

Letting the light in

Designers bring new rays of hope to behavioral health facilities. Read the related article "Building better behavioral health care facilities."

Nurses in the design process

A gallery of images of nurses working with design teams and the results of their work.

Green flooring

A gallery showing sustainable flooring options in health care facilities.

Health facility lighting

Tunable white light adds to patient comfort and well-being.

Inside HFM

It’s been an honor to serve

Outgoing ASHE President Shay Rankhorn reflects on a year of progress through teamwork.

November 18, 2022 by Shadie (Shay) R. Rankhorn Jr., SASHE, CHFM, CHC

Interview

Pushing the field forward

AHE President discusses the organization's newest initiatives to help improve EVS departments of every size.

October 25, 2022 by Jamie Morgan

Field Report

Upgrade allows clear communication

Robust multichannel radio solution helps facilities team stay connected across multiple sites.

October 19, 2022 by HFM Staff

News

Researching UVC disinfection scheduling methods

UVC disinfection in operating rooms should be tailored to procedure type and length of time, according to recent study.

April 28, 2022 by Erik Martin

Codes & Standards

CMS plans for end of public health emergency

Plus: ASHRAE 514 committee convenes; TJC releases sentinel event data; Philips recalls masks.

October 20, 2022 by HFM Staff

Products

RTLS vendors improve health facility efficiency

Hospital systems invest in advanced technology to aid equipment tracking, staff safety, patient security and more.

November 1, 2022 by Neal Lorenzi

Design Spotlight

Hospital reaches new heights

Vertical expansion at Pennsylvania children's hospital elevates patient experience, staff workflow and health system's brand.

August 24, 2022 by HFM Staff

Special Report

New guidance covers behavioral crisis units

Facility Guidelines Institute white paper supports the first set of BHCU standards.

November 1, 2022 by Virginia Pankey, AIA, LEED AP, EDAC and Scott Zeller, M.D.

Expert Insights

The revamped ICRA 2.0 is more than a matrix

Holistic updates to ASHE's ICRA 2.0 emphasize construction project safety from design to occupancy.

October 25, 2022 by Pier-George Zanoni, PE, CIH

From Our Archives

Strategies to rebuild rural health care facilities

Focusing capital in key areas can help to strengthen rural hospitals and provide stability.

August 26, 2020 by Jim Albert, AIA, ACHA, LEED AP
Designing the inclusive inpatient room

Advice for design teams on planning spaces to handle medical and behavioral health comorbidities .

May 19, 2020 by Shary Adams, AIA, ACHA, EDAC, LEED AP BD+C, Lou Ann Bunker-Hellmich, EDAC, Kara Freihoefer, NCIDQ, EDAC, LEED ID+C, and Terri Zborowsky, R.N., EDAC, CPXP
Energy Treasure Hunt reveals hidden inefficiencies

University of Maryland Medical Center goes on a hunt to find ways to decrease its energy consumption.

May 26, 2020 by Camille Fink

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