Tag: Ebola
U.S. Hospitals Not Prepared To Deal With Ebola
Hospitals are not fully prepared to handle medical waste from Ebola and other deadly viruses on-site, according to the Healthcare Coalition for Emergency Preparedness.
New Ebola Guidelines For Emergency Departments Published By CDC
The new guidelines were evaluated and approved by a panel of experts—consisting of emergency physicians and nurses with expertise in infectious disease and disaster preparedness—appointed by ACEP's president.
Facilities Experts Urge Hospitals To Practice Ebola Preparedness
Ebola virus may be new to U.S., but unsafe patient conditions predate its presence here. One consulting firm suggests that hospitals and healthcare organizations prepare their facilities.
Question Of The Week: Ebola And Cleaning Practices
Facility cleaning procedures play a part in preventing the spread of Ebola. Are yours addressing the threat?