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Redesign increases isolation space for COVID-19 patients
University of Virginia Medical Center made two major design changes during an expansion project to add 96 negative-pressure spaces
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Technology
Medical center pilots contactless parking
A contactless pay-to-park solution is saving money and reducing touchpoints at an Alabama medical center
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Infection prevention
Project breaks down IPC for every level
The CDC has partnered with the American Hospital Association and others to provide free infection prevention education
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Sustainability
Kaiser reveals next steps after achieving carbon neutrality
The health system continues its sustainability journey with a goal to achieve carbon positivity by 2025
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Regulatory
Clarifications shed light on permitting access to health care facilities
Health care facilities can look to state and federal requirements when devising policies on health screenings and permitting access to surveyors
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Emergency response
Engineers weigh in on best practices when creating surge space
Whether converting space internally or looking to alternate care sites, there are many factors to consider when creating surge space
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OPERATIONS
Hospital works with theater venue to set up vaccine distribution
As vaccine distribution ramps up, venue operators are volunteering their spaces to help in administering the vaccine
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Construction
Redesign increases isolation space
UVA Medical Center implemented design changes mid-construction to increase airborne infectious isolation rooms
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Biomedical
Johns Hopkins addresses COVID-19-related oxygen shortages
A new white paper lays out solutions and mitigation efforts to ensure oxygen supply for patients in need
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Checklist
State vaccine distribution guidelines
Plus: The Joint Commission modifies survey process and updates emergency management guidance
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