A National Debate: To Arm or Not to Arm Hospital Security Officers?
Violence remains widespread in today’s society, and unfortunately, has risen in hospitals over the years. In February of this year, a Florida man walked...
Quick Reference Guide to Mammography Skin Markers
The routine use of skin markers is considered best practice in breast imaging because they effectively identify points of interest and aid in communication...
Why Panic Buttons are the Must-Have Technology for Healthcare Organizations
Around the globe, healthcare workers provide an essential service to their communities; a service that, especially now, is deeply valued and understood by the...
How Breast Centers are Improving Patient Experience
Due to increasing scrutiny around patient satisfaction and what it may mean for reimbursement, patient volume, and quality standards, it’s no surprise that patient...
Thermal vs. Laser Patient ID Wristbands Printing: A Critical Component of the EMR
Technology has transformed healthcare. From mobile monitoring devices in telemedicine to advanced imaging equipment, technology advances continue to improve efficiency, communication, and patient safety....
Health System Adopts Thermal Printing, Builds on Reputation for Technological Excellence
Spartanburg Regional Healthcare Improves Patient Safety by Switching to Thermal Wristband and Label Printing
Spartanburg Regional Healthcare System, an integrated healthcare delivery system in South...
Reducing Transfusion Errors in Hospitals
Nurses are always in demand for their time and attention to patient care. Resources are spread thin and multi-tasking is expected. With such challenging...
BCMA Helping to Maintain More Than 95% Compliance in Medication Administration
EDITOR’S NOTE: Bar Code Medication Administration (BCMA) is helping hospitals nationwide reduce medication errors and improve patient safety. Is your hospital using a BCMA system? If so, are...
Summit Health’s Mammo Challenge Encourages Employee Health with Friendly Competition
Summit Health’s women’s health services in Franklin County, Pennsylvania has been making a remarkable impact in the lives of their employees and the community...
Four Ways to Improve Patient Identification in your Hospital to Drive Patient Safety
In a busy hospital setting, it is possible for staff to make patient identification errors. For instance, if two patients have similar names or...
