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July 12, 2023 In 2013, a nationally published article took a thorough look into the state of how hospitals spaces, and particularly patient rooms, could be improved in the future with a focus on reducing hospital infections. According to the CDC, at that time, one out of every 20 patients admitted to a hospital was…
June 26, 2023 The hospital waiting room. There are some things about it that can’t be controlled, like time. But comfort can and should be a priority supported by the seating provided for patients and visitors. When patients come to the wait space, especially those facing medical difficulties, they should find seating that lowers their…
May 22, 2023 A superior patient and guest experience begins at the lobby and other wait spaces within the hospital. Tired and worn-out furniture is off-putting and makes visitors question the level of care. Chipped and scuffed chair legs and arms are the introduction to many hospitals, and we all know first impressions are lasting….
April 13, 2023 Candida auris or C. auris is an emerging, multidrug resistant fungus that has been linked to outbreaks in healthcare facilities, including hospitals. The fungus can survive on surfaces for weeks, making it challenging to control its spread. According to the CDC, hospitals are particularly vulnerable to C. auris infections due to a…
March 14, 2023 Residential behavioral healthcare centers are in place to help with a wide range of treatments for those in need. At these behavioral locations, safety and care are the most important objectives. The environment, however, serves as powerful mental and physical support at each type of behavioral healthcare location. Kwalu’s behavioral health products focus on the safety required for patients,…
February 15, 2023 The surfaces in a hospital should be healthy, safe, durable, and look good. They must accommodate everyone who encounters them, patients, guests, and staff. The longer they can maintain the attributes, the most cost effective the surfaces are. Be sure of your healthcare surfaces. Think about everyone who uses them in a…
January 4, 2023 While life-threatening conditions dictate hospital choice based on proximity, patients and their families base their decision about which hospital they choose to go to on several things. A hospital’s reputation for safety and best care rank at the top of the list. A hospital and off-site medical facilities’ reputations are tied to…
December 20, 2022 Whether it’s backyard football injuries, kitchen related incidents, or even overeating, the holidays are no exception to unexpected accidents. Surveys have shown that doctors usually see an increase in patient volume during the holiday season, with a yearly average of 36,000 patients visiting on Thanksgiving Day alone. At this time more than…
November 12, 2022 In the Doctor’s office reception area, the television is turned to a station you have no interest in or an expert is giving advice, but it doesn’t affect you. Other people are on their phones, some are talking in their seats, and you are privy to conversations you don’t know or care…
October 27, 2022 One size does not fit all. If you’ve flown on an airplane, gone to a theater or a professional sporting event you know that is true. Bariatric seating design must consider a wide variety of body types and be built to accommodate them all. A bariatric chair should support at least 500…
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