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Study: ED design impacts informal communication
Researchers say a combination of open layout and private space is key for communication among ED staff
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Emergency management
California facilities assess plans to reopen following wildfires
Hospitals are still recovering after two major wildfires devastated communities in both Northern and Southern California last fall
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Environment of care
New tools target infection prevention
Assessment tools from CDC, APIC made available to the field after successful pilot at three hospitals
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Codes and Standards
AHA issues advisory on Medicare CoPs proposed rule
CMS seeks to reduce unnecessary burden related to emergency preparedness
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Technology
An augmented reality tool helps improve remote care
Students at Purdue University create new technology that will soon be tested by the Department of Defense
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Architecture
Design of medical plaza supports social development in kids
Rady Children's Medical Plaza's pediatric care includes specialized programs for children on the autism spectrum
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Emergency Management
Southeast hospitals recover from hurricanes Florence and Michael
Severe weather caused evacuations and damage at hospitals across several states
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Infection Prevention
Infection prevention project zeros in on outpatient settings
Joint Commission and CDC partner on project ADOPT Guidance to prevent spread of infection
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Planning
Partners HealthCare undergoes systemwide resiliency assessment
The health system is in the third phase of an initiative to protect its facilities from inclement weather
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Design
Center awarded Well Certification for functional design
Cleveland Clinic Center for Functional Medicine takes a holistic view to health care design
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