The Evolving Role of Nasal Lavage
The widespread use of nasal swabs during COVID-19 was born out of urgency and necessity. Existing supply chains, manufacturing capacity, and training protocols allowed healthcare systems to quickly deploy swab-based specimen collection worldwide.
The Exec: How to Reduce Hospital Readmission Rates
Exceeding the recommended length of stay poses risks for patients, including falls, medication errors, and hospital-acquired infections. These risks can contribute to readmissions, McLaughlin says.
The Exec: How to Successfully Expand a Hospital’s Clinical Services
There are several keys to success in expanding clinical services at a hospital, starting with assessing the needs of the community, according to the new vice president and CMO of Cleveland Clinic Medina Hospital.
Joint Commission Unveils Streamlined Accreditation Process
The Joint Commission this week launched Accreditation 360: The New Standard, its new approach to healthcare accreditation and certification, which promises to streamline and simplify the accreditation process. This includes removing 714 requirements from the hospital accreditation program and making standards available online and searchable by the public.
OSHA Proposes Changes to Respiratory Protection Rules
On July 1, OSHA took significant steps at deregulation by proposing changes to medical evaluation requirements in the respiratory protection standard.
OSHA Takes First Steps at Deregulation
On July 1, the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) took its first steps at deregulation, publishing one final rule and many proposals.
NYC Health + Hospitals ‘Continuing Care After Death’
The program is reducing delays in the decedent release time process, according to Bajaj. First, the program has reduced delays by giving families a clear understanding of the paperwork and other steps required with the passing of a loved one.
IHI Names Sylvia Trent-Adams New President and CEO
The Institute for Healthcare Improvement has named Sylvia Trent-Adams, PhD, RN, FAAN, FNAP, ANEF, the organization’s President and CEO effective July 14.
Digital Lean Six Sigma: Transforming Clinical Education for Better Quality, Lower Cost
This digital Lean Six Sigma playbook outlines a strategic approach to reimagining clinical education and delivering measurable benefits for patients, clinicians, and the C-suite—ensuring clinical excellence, operational efficiency, and financial performance align for sustained impact.
Rising Interest in Virtual Second Opinions
A new survey from The Clinic by Cleveland Clinic has found that virtual second opinions are a largely underutilized option for reducing high-cost care, improving clinical outcomes, and closing access gaps, particularly for patients with rare conditions.