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A growing number of people believe that healthcare organizations can improve the quality of care they provide and the health outcomes of their patients by adopting a patient-centered care model. According to a study by NEJM Catalyst, several benefits have been linked to patient-centered care, including more trust between patients and providers, better patient-provider relationships, […]
Chemical hazards in the workplace can yield adverse environmental and health effects. In work environments, employers are responsible for protecting employees by ensuring hazardous materials have clearly visible warning labels. To learn more, check out the infographic created by Tulane University’s Master of Science in Public Health in Industrial Hygiene. The Need for Chemical Hazard […]
A key facet of public health is safety in the workplace. Product safety engineers conduct research to not only ensure a product is safe, but that the overall work environment associated with making that product is also safe. This specialized engineering role covers several research, prevention, consulting, and engineering tasks. As a result, it is […]
Over 10 percent of lung disease cases around the world are estimated to be caused by workplace exposure, according to data from the United Nations. From carcinogens to airborne infectious agents, respiratory protection training can mitigate many workplace hazards. This guide will explore the definition of respiratory protection, types of contaminants in the workplace, and […]
Healthcare professionals considering a career in health administration must understand the various ways an organization may be structured. The design of an organization will determine how well it operates, its patient outcomes, and its ability to respond to change. To learn more, check out the infographic created by Tulane University’s Master of Health Administration program. […]
Staff huddles, streamlined recordkeeping, brighter lighting — all contribute to healthcare quality improvement (QI). Nearly a third of healthcare organizations that launch QI programs see major improvements in patient care, according to a review in Implementation Science. QI can lead to fewer medication errors, a reduction in hospital-acquired infections, and greater overall efficiency. Understanding what […]
Millions of people across the United States live or work near potentially hazardous chemicals. A recent Ohio train accident in February 2023 brought the dangers to light. Transported chemicals on the derailed train seeped into the ground and filled the air, sickening local residents and generating national headlines. According to the Coalition to Prevent Chemical […]
The COVID-19 pandemic revealed health disparities across the country. People of color, people from lower socioeconomic backgrounds, and rural communities experienced higher mortality rates. Community needs assessment surveys can help identify and address these health inequalities. A community needs assessment offers comprehensive information about the health needs, critical issues, and resources of a specific community. […]
Hospital and healthcare facility managers’ jobs are unpredictable — no two days are the same. In the healthcare industry, a new policy or novel virus can challenge an organization’s operations, which is why strategic management in health care is so important. Strategic planning entails asking where an organization wants to go and what it hopes […]