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OSHA Releases New, Stronger Guidance on COVID-19

Key measures offered in the guidance for limiting the spread of COVID-19 include separating and sending home infected or potentially infected people in the workplace, implementing physical distancing, installing barriers where physical distancing cannot be maintained, and using face coverings.

News & Analysis

Study of Telehealth Use and In-Person Visits During Pandemic Provides Insight on Deferred Care

At the beginning of the pandemic, use of telemedicine surged as many clinicians turned to the technology to continue to see patients in a safe manner. Despite the uptick in telemedicine use, overall medical visits dropped substantially, which raises concern about deferred care, the new research article says.

Solving Healthcare’s Unique Cybersecurity Risks

The risks of cyberattacks on hospitals and other healthcare settings was already high pre-pandemic, as these institutions work with sensitive data, like patient information. But attackers never let an opportunity go to waste, and they’ve already targeted the manufacturing and distribution of COVID-19 vaccines—including a known attack on Pfizer.

When Face-to-Face Isn’t an Option

For many organizations, this has meant a shift to telehealth. This technology has been available for some time, of course, but was not nearly as widely used as it is today. How can providers make sure they have the know-how to help their patients maintain their care, live healthy lives, and get the medications and treatments they need, all while working with them remotely?

PSQH: The Podcast

PSQH: The Podcast Episode 21 - The Vital Role of Environmental Services in Healthcare

On episode 21 of PSQH: The Podcast, Steve Zimmerman, director of health care services for ServiceMaster Clean, talks about the important role that Environmental Services plays in healthcare facilities. This episode is sponsored by ServiceMaster Clean.

Upcoming webinar

Medical Mayhem Room: Enhancing Situational Awareness of Patient Safety Risks in the Hospital Setting

This February 18 session will review a unique interactive method designed to increase situational awareness among healthcare workers (including assessing risks posed by COVID-19) via simulation in an interactive setting with the goal to prevent medical errors.

Industry Events

Friday, 4/30 - ABQAURP's 43rd Annual Health Care Quality & Patient Safety Conference

Tuesday, 6/11 - 2021 IHI Patient Safety Congress

Monday, 6/28 - APIC 2021

Monday, 8/9 - HIMSS21 Global Health Conference & Exhibition

Product Spotlight

The Complete Guide to Laboratory Safety, Fifth Edition

The Complete Guide to Laboratory Safety, Fifth Edition, consolidates regulations from all relevant agencies, including OSHA, The Joint Commission, CAP, CLSI, DOT, and state health departments.

This book also offers customizable policies, procedures, and checklists to avoid costly fines and enhance your compliance program.

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