Construction input prices increased .3% in October compared to the previous month, according to an Associated Builders and Contractors’ analysis of U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics’ Producer Price Index data. Healthcare construction input prices increased .1% in October, and have increased .3% over a 12-month period. Read More …
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National Institute of Building Sciences Opens Building Innovation 2025 Call for Speakers
The National Institute of Building Sciences has opened the call for speakers for Building Innovation 2025, which will be held May 19-21 at the Ritz-Carlton Tysons Corner in McLean, Virginia. Abstract submissions are due Jan. 3. Read More …
Medical Furnishings Balance Aesthetics with Functionality for More Upscale Designs
More healthcare facilities now choose furnishings that enhance aesthetics and the patient experience. They are embracing custom restaurant and hotel furniture manufacturers for their innovative designs and emphasis on comfort. Read More ...
The Joint Commission Issues Sentinel Event Alert to Help Prepare Healthcare Organizations for Environmental Disasters
To support healthcare organizations in implementing proactive risk management strategies, The Joint Commission has issued Sentinel Event Alert, “Environmental disasters: Preparing to safely evacuate or shelter in place.” This alert outlines steps for healthcare organizations to consider as they prepare for weather and climate-related disasters such as hurricanes, tornadoes, wildfires, floods and extreme heat. Read More …
ASPE Introduces MedGas Basics Classes
ASPE announced its new MedGas Basics classes on ASPE Education. The four classes provide an introduction to medgas system design for those looking to get into plumbing engineering. Read More …
Centra Langhorne Medical Center Tops Out
Construction firm Robins & Morton joined Remedy Medical Properties and Centra Health to celebrate the topping out of Centra Langhorne Medical Center in Lynchburg, Virginia. Read More …
Louisville, Kentucky’s First New Hospital in 150+ Years Opens
Norton West Louisville Hospital opened its doors to patients, giving residents of West Louisville, Kentucky access to outpatient, hospital and emergency services, as well as primary and specialty care closer to home. It is the first new hospital built in West Louisville in more than 150 years. Read More …
Plans Announced for $138M Inpatient Behavioral Health Hospital in South Carolina
Prisma Health plans to build a new $138-million inpatient behavioral health hospital in the Upstate region of South Carolina, addressing a growing need for enhanced access to behavioral health services. Site work is expected to begin in spring 2025, pending Certificate of Need approval. Construction should take approximately two years. Read More …
Gilbane Hires Anne Alexander as New York City Senior Manager of Business Development
Anne Alexander has been hired as senior manager of business development for Gilbane Building Company’s New York City business. She brings over 18 years of experience working with firms to develop growth strategies for existing and new markets within the AEC industry. Read More …
Artwork at 2 Healthcare Facilities Take Spotlight in NOAH Arts in Health Awards
The National Organization for Arts in Health announced this year’s winners of its Cam Busch NOAH Arts in Health Awards. The awards were presented at the University of Houston Student Center during the organization’s conference, NOAHCON 24. The annual awards are open to NOAH members: individual artists working in all disciplines, or arts in health programs or projects in a healthcare facility or community setting. Read More …
