Fire Breaks Out at Chino Valley Medical Center, Prompting Evacuations

Fire Breaks Out at Chino Valley Medical Center, Prompting Evacuations

The fire was contained and extinguished without any injuries to occupants or firefighters. A fire broke out at Chino Valley Medical Center in a medical office building near the hospital on Dec. 8 in Chino, California, The Mercury News reports. As a precaution, four ICU patients were evacuated to a nearby hospital due to the…

Fortified Health Security Forms Healthcare Cybersecurity Board

Fortified Health Security Forms Healthcare Cybersecurity Board

The board convenes representatives from healthcare organizations across the United States. Fortified Health Security (Fortified), a Best in KLAS managed security services provider (MSSP) specializing in healthcare cybersecurity, has announced the formation of the Fortified Advisory Board (FAB), a group of healthcare industry executives who share a common goal: Using their experience and expertise to…

Massachusetts General Hospital Receives $100 Million Gift for New Facility

Massachusetts General Hospital Receives $100 Million Gift for New Facility

The nearly one million-square-foot tower will offer an array of re-imagined indoor and outdoor areas. Massachusetts General Hospital (MGH), founding member of the Mass General Brigham healthcare system, has received a gift of $100 million from entrepreneur, philanthropist and Bostonian, Herb Chambers in support of a new state-of-the-art building designed to meet the growing demand…

‘Tis the Season to Double Down on Physical Security

‘Tis the Season to Double Down on Physical Security

The holiday season is in full swing. For many, that means extended periods of time off to spend with family, especially as we approach the end of the year. From college and school campuses, to warehouses, manufacturing facilities, and beyond, facilities may be left unattended for extended periods of time—and for criminals that spells opportunity….

Survey: Skilled Labor Shortage to Remain Top Concern in 2025

Survey: Skilled Labor Shortage to Remain Top Concern in 2025

The National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) has released its third annual Industry Trends Survey, which reveals skilled worker sentiments around the current state of labor, training, and technology on the jobsite. The survey provides a look at what the skilled trades industry can expect in each of these areas in 2025. The findings are based…

What’s In the Toilet Bowl Is in the Air, Too

What’s In the Toilet Bowl Is in the Air, Too

Aerosolized contaminants from toilet plumes remain airborne for up to seven days and can be inhaled by patients and healthcare workers. Concerns are growing about bacteria and viruses that are aerosolized by flushing toilets in patient care areas of hospitals. Four subject matter experts discussed the topic of toilet plumes and their link to healthcare-associated…