Industry E-News Update October 10, 2013
Fraser Health awards contracts for new care facilities
Fraser Health recently announced the successful candidates for the construction of new care facilities for the Tri-Cities and Surrey areas in B.C. Read this article >
Gown and glove use by healthcare workers reduces MRSA: study
A new study has found that the universal use of disposable gowns and gloves by healthcare workers can reduce patient acquisition of methicillin-resistant Staphyloccus aureus (MRSA) by approximately 40 per cent. Read this article >
Humber River Hospital reinvents patient care
The redevelopment of Humber River Hospital has presented a unique opportunity to push the envelope for the planning, design and construction phases. The result: the first fully digital hospital in North America, with cutting-edge technology to help the hospital reinvent patient care delivery. Read this article >
Saskatchewan Health Minister releases results of long-term care review
Saskatchewan's Minister of Health Dustin Duncan recently released feedback on the conditions in long-term care facilities in the province. Read this article >
Manitoba opens new emergency medical services station
Premier of Manitoba, Greg Selinger, recently announced the opening of a new emergency medical services station in Flin Flon. Read this article >
Children's Hospital of Saskatchewan receives $2.25 million donation
PIC Investment Group and the Yuel family have given $2.25 million to the Children's Hospital Foundation of Saskatchewan. This will fund the creation of a patient play area, named for the donors, in the Children's Hospital of Saskatchewan. Read this article >
Healthy Workplace Project launches Global Handwashing challenge
The Healthy Workplace Challenge is launching its second annual 30-day Global Handwashing Challenge for the month of November. Read this article >
Reliable Controls awarded for integrated watershed management
Reliable Controls was recently honoured with the Capital Regional District's EcoStar Community Environmental Award for its work in integrated watershed management. Read this article >