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The latest news and analysis about patient safety and healthcare quality.
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Featured Story | New Data on Sepsis Prevalence and Costs 'Astonished' DHHS Researchers | Sepsis is diagnosed in at least 1.7 million adults annually in the United States, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. About 270,000 Americans die from sepsis every year, and 1 in 3 patients who die in hospitals are diagnosed with sepsis, the CDC says. |
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News & Analysis | Safety First: Five Steps to Better Life Safety and Emergency Preparedness | In a series of unannounced compliance audits, the Office of Inspector General found that among 20 surveyed nursing homes, all had severe deficiencies. These included 205 issues related to life safety and 219 issues related to emergency preparedness. In an August 2019 report, the department cited inadequate management and lack of standardized training as the main causes for noncompliance. |
Using AI for Early Diagnosis of Mesothelioma and Other Cancers | The internet of medical things does not supersede doctors’ diagnoses or treatment plans, but it can assist healthcare professionals in confronting stalls or difficulties. All patients can benefit from technology that will lead to more informed decisions; however, cancer patients may benefit the most due to the importance of early intervention and personalized treatment. |
PSQH Connect Close the Loop on Test Results | This month's PSQH Connect focuses on quality improvement. Specifically, we examine a recent Joint Commission effort that encourages healthcare organizations to improve safety with closed-loop communication of test results. |
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