Author name: Waqar Ahmed

During Infection Prevention Week, recognizing the behind-the-scenes role healthcare textiles play in patient safety When patients enter a hospital, they

Behavioral health patients have different needs depending on where they receive care. A patient arriving at an emergency department may

Running short on patient linen creates an obvious problem that is easy to recognize. Overstocking can be harder to spot.

Falls Prevention Awareness Day is an opportunity to look at the many ways healthcare facilities can support patient safety. It

Healthcare continues to move beyond the traditional hospital setting. Surgery centers, physician practices, specialty clinics and other outpatient facilities now

On any given day, thousands of sheets, gowns, towels, scrubs and other textiles move through healthcare facilities. They need to

Microfiber mops and cleaning cloths are everyday tools for hospital Environmental Services (EVS) teams. They move through patient rooms, hallways,

Fall prevention is a priority in every healthcare facility. But keeping prevention practices consistent can be difficult. Patients move between

Running a hyperbaric oxygen therapy program requires careful coordination. Patient scheduling, chamber availability, staffing, and equipment all have to work

Most people never think about where hospital linens come from. Behind every patient gown, surgical towel, bed sheet, and warm