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U.S. Hospitals and Health Systems Enhance Patient Safety

Hospitals and health systems across the nation are implementing innovative programs to connect with their communities and enhance patient safety.

ASHE ICRA 2.0® Toolkit

ASHE ICRA 2.0® includes several improvements and clarifications to help in prevention planning for construction projects.

ASHE ICRA 2.0® Process Guide

The ASHE ICRA 2.0® Process Guide is your how-to manual for successfully engaging the ASHE ICRA 2.0 tool. It closely follows the steps outlined on the form, but it also helps you understand where the ASHE ICRA 2.0 fits within the larger project plan and who you should include on the ASHE ICRA 2.0 team.

Managing Risk: ASHE Core Competency Frameworkâ„¢

Ensure that the people in your health care facilities are not exposed to unnecessary harm.

United Against the Flu

United Against the Flu is a collaborative effort by several national health care organizations and the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention to amplify the importance of getting vaccinated, especially this flu season.

AHE Exchange Conference for Hospital EVS Leaders and Professionals

AHE Education & Solution Summit is the best event for health care environmental services leaders. Learn and network with other hospital EVS professionals.

CDC releases advisory on Marburg virus outbreak in Ethiopia; ASPR to provide support 

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention issued an advisory Dec. 3 on an outbreak of Marburg virus in Ethiopia.

Washington resident dies from bird flu strain not previously detected in humans 

A Washington resident recently hospitalized with the H5N5 strain of bird flu died Nov. 21, according to the Washington State Department of Health.
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Putting Competition Aside: Architects Collaborate to Eliminate HAIs | ASHE

On-Demand Educational Webinars
Speakers: Cathleen Lange, Paula Wright, Teresa Wilson, Shawn Seaman, and Alison Faecher
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Infection Prevention & Life Safety Checklist

Compliance Tools
Although the primary role of hospital engineering and maintenance staff is to service and maintain the building and equipment, it also plays an important role in preventing infections and other safety issues. By being constantly aware of their surroundings and watching for issues that can increase the risk of infection and other dangers, facility professionals can do even more to improve the safety of their buildings. This checklist provides a guide they can use as they walk through their facilities.