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A Tale of Two Studies: Unit Failure, System Success
Two recently published studies show that employee health interventions may fail at the unit level, but can succeed if embraced as part of larger system change in a work culture.
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CDC: Current Flu Shot Efficacy at 48%
The overall efficacy was based on efficacy against influenza A and influenza B virus infection associated with acute respiratory illness requiring medical attention.
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Study Challenges Flu Shot Mandates
A new research analysis that concludes there is insufficient evidence to make seasonal vaccinations a condition of employment essentially validates the position taken on this controversial subject by the Association for Occupational Health Professionals in Healthcare.
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NIOSH: 34 New Hazardous Drugs Used in Healthcare
Employee health professionals should be aware that 34 hazardous drugs have been added to the list of those that pose a risk to healthcare workers who prepare and administer them to patients with cancer and other conditions.
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AOHP: Occupational Health Programs Understaffed, Overworked
Employee health programs are woefully understaffed nationally, with a new survey suggesting it would take a 60-hour workweek to do what they are trying to accomplish in 40.
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The Joint Commission’s Antibiotic Stewardship Now in Effect
Infection preventionists should be aware that with the turn of the new year, The Joint Commission’s antibiotic stewardship standard is now in effect.
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Hospitals Do Not Know Own Outcomes
Hospitals depend so much on outcomes data to determine quality, but one researcher says most hospitals don’t even know their outcomes.
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Enough Is Enough: OSHA to Issue Regulation on Violence
Taking the first step in what is likely to be a protracted political struggle, OSHA recently announced it will promulgate a federal regulation to protect healthcare workers from a shocking epidemic of violence.
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When Hiring New Staff, Which Is Priority: Experience or Passion?
Hiring new case management staff might work best if managers think outside the box of maximum nursing experience.
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Case Managers Face Cultural Barriers When Working With Refugee Populations
When working with refugee populations, case managers should be aware of cultural differences that greatly affect how these patients view disease and the American healthcare system.