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Long working hours may alter the structure of the brain, particularly the areas associated with emotional regulation and executive function, such as working memory and problem solving, according to the findings of preliminary research, published online in Occupational & Environmental Medicine. Ultimately, overwork may induce neuroadaptive changes that might affect cognitive and emotional health, say…

Pressure is mounting. The facilities management industry is facing a critical workforce gap—one that has only been worsening over the past few years as demand for services outpaces available labor. This gap is characterized by a shortage of skilled workers entering the field and an increasing reliance on outdated systems that fail to attract and…

There is a growing trend of collaboration among construction disciplines that is leading to sustainable solutions for the construction and renovation challenges of our generation. Everyone I meet — architects, engineers, building envelope consultants, contractors, asset managers/owners, management companies and legislators — is thinking about trends and solutions in renovation and sustainability. One of the…

Mercy has broken ground on Mercy Hospital Wentzville, Missouri’s first brand-new, acute care hospital campus in nearly a decade. McCarthy Building Companies is overseeing construction of the 400,000-square-foot hospital, which is expected to include 75 inpatient acute care beds and a 26-bed emergency department with two trauma areas and four behavioral health rooms. The advanced…

Manufacturers discuss how frequently healthcare facilities should clean and maintain upholstered furniture. Floors and hard surfaces get most of the cleaning attention, however, soft furnishings are just as critical to a healthcare facility’s image and safety. With upholstered furniture being in patient rooms, waiting rooms and break areas, their maintenance shouldn’t be overlooked. In this…

How robotics, sustainability, and training innovations are redefining the industry.   May 23, 2025 The professional cleaning industry offers insights into broader facility management trends, particularly around technology integration, labor challenges, and sustainability initiatives. During the NFMT and Clean Buildings Conferences earlier this year, Daniëlle Inostroza from RAI sat down with Corinne Zudonyi, Chief Editor for…