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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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Neocon 2013: Designing To Prevent HAIs

June 14, 2013     Anne DiNardo, Senior Editor
From self-closing drawers to copper sinks, several design considerations can help designers and facilities cut down on the threat of hospital acquired infections.
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Neocon 2013: Designing Better Alzheimer’s Environments

June 11, 2013     Anne DiNardo, Senior Editor
Increasing rates of Alzheimer’s are placing new demands on the physical environment for senior and long-term living spaces. Speakers Betsy Brawley and Jane Rohde offer some design tips to support the cognitively impaired.
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Take Five With Jean Hansen

June 4, 2013     Posted by Anne DiNardo, Senior Editor
HDR’s Jean Hansen discusses the top five issues getting her attention right now.
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To Avoid Hand-Washing, Healthcare Workers Get Creative

May 29, 2013     Kristin D. Zeit, Editor-in-Chief
"This is a war," one prominent doctor declares, to make sure physicians and nurses wash their hands regularly to stem the spread of healthcare-associated infections. Big Brother cameras and gold stars are some weapons in the arsenal, and so is strategic room design.
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3 Design Considerations For Bariatric Spaces

May 21, 2013     Anne DiNardo, Senior Editor
Designers offer some strategies to address issues of inclusivity and the patient journey while designing for obese patients.
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Take Five With Mike Zambo

May 17, 2013     Posted by Anne DiNardo, Senior Editor
Bostwick Design Partnership's Mike Zambo discusses the top five trends and issues getting his attention right now.
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Evidence-Based Flooring Guidance

May 9, 2013     Upali Nanda
A comprehensive checklist helps designers select flooring that offers maximum safety, infection control, and other qualities to improve patient outcomes.
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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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Rethinking Behavioral Health Center Design

May 1, 2013     Anne DiNardo, Senior Editor
In this Q+A with Don Thomas of BWBR, the principal talks about using design to break down the stigma of mental health, the lessons he’s learned along the way, and why he hopes in 10 years he’ll be working on mental wellness centers.
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