4 Best Practices for Preventing Healthcare Associated Infections
by HEPACART on Mar 11, 2021 2:05:00 PM
Hand hygiene, respiratory hygiene, PPE, and environmental hygiene are critical in preventing HAIs. When it comes to patient safety and healthcare-associated infections, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention HAI data page begins hopefully, but ends with the same depressing odd …
Pair HVAC & Humidification to Keep Air Clean In Healthcare Facilities During Winter
by HEPACART on Feb 24, 2021 10:00:00 AM
We all know that air quality affects occupants’ health significantly — so what can we do about it? As an experienced healthcare facilities director, you know that your HVAC system significantly impacts a facility's overall air quality and that quality affects occupants significantly. …
First-Ever World Patient Safety Day Announced for September 17
by HEPACART on Aug 6, 2019 9:00:00 AM
The World Health Organization has declared September 17, 2019, as World Patient Safety Day. The World Health Organization’s World Patient Safety Day will feature well over 100 events worldwide, bringing attention to their campaign (see below for U.S. events).
How UV Light Disinfection Prevents Infection & Improves Patient Safety
by HEPACART on Jun 26, 2019 9:00:00 AM
Healthcare facility management involves balancing many different parts, which can include things like sticking to a set budget, ensuring patient safety, and improving the reputation of your hospital. This last point is perhaps the most difficult to meet, as the image of your facility …