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Building-Related Illness: How Does Building Design Affect Occupant Health?

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May 15, 2014
It turns out that the good old phrase “go get some fresh air” may have more relevance today than ever before. According to the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), indoor environments have two to five times more pollutants than outdoor environments. In extreme cases, ind
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Building-Related Illness: How Do Sick Buildings Affect Occupant Health?

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May 8, 2014
It turns out that the good old phrase “go get some fresh air” may have more relevance today than ever before. According to the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), indoor environments have two to five times more pollutants than outdoor environments. In extreme cases, ind
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Sick Building Syndrome: Can Building Health Affect Your Health?

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May 1, 2014
It turns out that the good old phrase “go get some fresh air” may have more relevance today than ever before. According to the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), indoor environments have two to five times more pollutants than outdoor environments. In extreme cases, ind
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Why is Crystalline Silica So Dangerous?

Claire Foster
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April 16, 2014
Silica dust exposure is a serious threat to workers. When silica dust enters the lungs it scratches the surface of tissue in the respiratory system, leading to scarring that blocks the absorption of oxygen. This causes irreversible damage to lungs that, in the end, can be fatal. Today
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Infection Control Training Courses: Are They Worthwhile for Design & Construction Professionals?

Claire Foster
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April 10, 2014
Hospital-Acquired Infections (HAIs) still pose a major threat to patients in healthcare facilities. According to the Centers for Disease Control (CDC), an estimated 1.7 million people acquire HAIs each year and 99,000 people die as a result of these infections. Additionally about 5,00
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OSHA Update: Could This New Website Make Hospitals Safer for Employees?

Claire Foster
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April 3, 2014
We often think of a hospital as one of the safest places to be–but what about for hospital employees? Healthcare professionals face an increased risk of injury and illness every day while at work. Fortunately, OSHA (the Occupational Health and Safety Administration) recognized t
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2014 FGI Guidelines for Healthcare Design & Construction Come With a Silver Lining

Claire Foster
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March 5, 2014
The newest Facility Guidelines Institute’s (FGI’s) Guidelines for Design and Construction of Hospitals and Outpatient Facilities includes notable changes that have improved the standard of care in healthcare facilities. And while these updates will help improve patient health and safe
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