Emergency Management

Hospitals around the country double down on strengthening their emergency response plans
Accessible solution streamlines emergency response procedure for hospital employees
Rural facility opts for on-site renewable energy grid to curb emissions and operating costs
The impact of recent disaster events on hospitals begs the question: Why does health care still rely on diesel?
The list includes ASHE's revamped HVA, which creates a more holistic and interactive approach to emergency preparedness
Plus: ASHRAE reviews comments on proposed standard, ASPR emergency planning tool and FBI warns of cybersecurity threat
Plus: AHA targets emergency preparedness, and CMS issues guidance on co-location and validation surveys
At Ochsner Medical Center in Jefferson, Louisiana, preplanning and communications were key to keeping facilities up and running
A four-step process for preparing health care facilities for natural and manmade threats
Plus: CDC updates airborne transmission guidance and CMS issues nursing home visit guidance