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Handwashing sinks have been a target for infection control improvement in hospitals and other healthcare facilities. Handwashing sinks have been a target for infection control improvement in hospitals and other healthcare facilities. Their designs bring potentially high concentrations of healthcare pathogens — nontuberculous mycobacteria, Pseudomonas aeruginosa and other Gram-negative bacteria — close to patients, healthcare…

A fluffy cumulus cloud with blue toned shadows set against a gray background. Decarbonization is a critical response to climate change. It comprises two elements: first, reducing the amount of CO2 and other greenhouse gases that are released into the atmosphere, and second, actively removing CO2 from the atmosphere, whether at the point of emissions…

Construction is underway on the new 129 room TownePlace Suites by Marriott at Victoria International Airport (YYJ). Kothari Group, owner and manager of the project, received approved last year on 3.5 acres at the corner of Beacon Avenue West and Highway 17 at the airport. The hotel is expected to be completed by the end…

Commercial properties are struggling to attract and keep tenants, according to a new report from workplace access, experience, and analytics platform, Accessia. The Adapt to Survive: the Flex Space Revolution report reveals that 99 per cent of building operators agree it’s harder to make money post-pandemic and one in five struggling to predict their revenue…

As the number of data centers increase questions remain if communities can handle the crunch. It’s a great time to be in the data center business according to JLL’s new U.S. Data Center Report, which indicates that the market has doubled in size in four years. “This incredible trajectory is being driven by our voracious…

The four clinics will provide new services and offerings to PeaceHealth’s network. PeaceHealth and Providence announced that they have entered into a definitive agreement that will result in PeaceHealth acquiring four Providence clinic sites located in Clark County. Pending the standard regulatory review processes, the clinics will transfer to PeaceHealth. The four Providence Medical Group…

Communication goes beyond patient care. “Communication is key” is a common phrase used among coworkers in any industry, but arguably, no industry understands it more than healthcare. Whether it be consulting with another doctor about a patient’s care or connecting with visitors, hospitals and other healthcare facilities are communicating for the betterment. However, communication goes…

A green gas nozzle is shown against a light gray background with a leafy green plant coming out of the metal nozzle. Fossil fuels have powered our transition into the modern world. Without fossil fuels, for example, we wouldn’t be able to drive to the store to pick up milk, much less fly across the…

Hygiene and sanitation continue to remain in the spotlight, but in some cases, cleaning practices have loosened, reverting back to some of the pre-pandemic habits. Keeping commercial cleaning staff safe is a paramount concern for your business, and along with responsible chemical use and appropriate dilution, PPE is a large part of that mission. Making…

  To properly protect workers, it is critical that those responsible understand the differences between flame- and arc-resistant clothing. Working in industrial environments means workers will be exposed to high heat, electricity, and other flammable hazards. Providing them with appropriate clothing reduces personal risk and ensures workplace safety. Furthermore, OSHA has issued specific requirements for…