Preventing Fires in the OR

An unplanned fire is the ultimate sign that things have gone sideways.
Despite being labeled a never event and countless regulations on how to prevent them, fires still break out in hospitals. Between 2012 and 2014 there were 5,700 medical facility fires reported to fire departments.

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Harvey, Irma, and Maria: Questions Hospitals Need to Answer Before a Hurricane Hits

Medical facilities that sit in hurricane-prone regions know to remain prepared before, during, and after the regular storm season, which extends from June 1 to December 1. But Harvey and Irma struck with surprising speed and strength, leaving many facilities with one question: How can a hospital possibly prepare for an event of such magnitude?

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Assessing Linen Safety After A Flood

As the hurricane season continues to interrupt day-to-day normalcy for millions in and around the Caribbean, healthcare organizations in the affected areas—and elsewhere—should take steps to ensure that their linens remain safe for patient use.

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Service Animals in the ER

Balancing the need to keep medical settings safe and clean with the rights of patients with disabilities and their service animals has challenges.

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