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A Graves New World In Healthcare?

June 17, 2013     Kristin D. Zeit, Editor-in-Chief
For years, Michael Graves has been challenging the effectiveness of healthcare facilities at designing spaces that really cater to patients. As his newest design for the industry launches, the landscape looks a little different—and a little better
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Are We Doing Enough To Address Bariatric Care?

May 3, 2013     Anne DiNardo, Senior Editor
As obesity rates continue to rise across the country, healthcare organizations must focus on accommodating the needs of all patients.
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Details On The New Guidelines For Long-Term Healthcare Facilities

February 15, 2013     Kristin D. Zeit, Editor-in-Chief
The leaders behind the planned "Guidelines for Design and Construction of Residential Health, Care, and Support Facilities" define various care models for seniors and urge healthcare design industry professionals to weigh in on the recommendations.
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Preparing For The Silver Tsunami

January 29, 2013     Kristin D. Zeit, Editor-in-Chief
If you design healthcare facilities, you design for seniors. The 2013 Environments for Aging conference puts a sharp focus on what that means, from lighting choices to fall prevention to thoughtful space design for those with dementia.
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PHOTO TOUR: The Brandman Centers for Senior Care

January 18, 2013     Posted by Kristin D. Zeit, Editor-in-Chief
Take a visual walk through the new Brandman Centers for Senior Care in Los Angeles, opened in January 2013.
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PHOTO TOUR: Memory Support Neighborhood, St. Andrew’s Resources for Seniors

January 18, 2013     Posted by Kristin D. Zeit, Editor-in-Chief
Take a visual walk through the new Memory Support Neighborhood at St. Andrew’s Resources for Seniors Brooking Park in St. Louis, opened in September 2012.
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The Elder Experience in Healthcare Settings: Following in Their Footsteps

November 4, 2012     Kristin D. Zeit, Editor-in-Chief
To best understand the design issues that most affect our growing elderly population through all phases of a healthcare visit, it helps to follow a 94-year-old patient from the drop-off point through the waiting and exam rooms and all the way back to the curb.
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The Summit Squashes Traditional Perceptions of Senior Living

October 15, 2012     Kristin D. Zeit, Editor-in-Chief
The design of The Summit adult activity center sets it apart from similar projects, with thoughtful interiors that encourage physical wellness, winning it a Best in Category for Senior Living Facilities in IIDA's Healthcare Interior Design Competition.
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Interior Design Use in Alleviating Depression and Anxiety

October 11, 2012     Jess Bear
The interior design of a new dialysis center for Logan Regional Hospital in Logan, Utah, strives to combat the physical and psychological stress experienced by patients, family, and staff. Read on for IIDA CEUs.
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Healthcare Through Others' Eyes

April 11, 2012     Charlene Marietti
An extension of the TED (Technology, entertainment, and design) events, the common element at TEDMED is healthcare. And more precisely, improving healthcare on a global scale. Public health, tuberculosis, blood pressure, healthcare information exchanges, and a host of other challenges are being addressed.
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