A new study found that even with protection from gowns and gloves, hospital workers have a nearly 50% chance of getting contaminated with bacteria. ...

The Joint Commission has clarified its expectations for the Life Safety and Environment of Care portions of its accreditation surveys....

The Agency for Healthcare Research and Quality is in trouble, having recently been written out of the 2016 Health and Human Services budget....

Fill in the blank: When a hospital uses The Joint Commission for the purposes of deemed status, it must ensure that entries into patient medical records are ___________ and ___________. ...

The Joint Commission has published its latest brochure in its ongoing Speak Up ™ campaign, entitled “Speak Up: What you need to know about your serious illness and palliative care.&rdquo...

Are you going to NAHQ on September 20 – 23?...

Fill in the blank: Controlling the flow of ___________, supplies, and equipment is essential during an emergency. ...

We’re gearing up for the next issue of the AHAP Insider, and we’re looking for AHAP members who have a success story they’d like to share in an upcoming newsletter article. If you ...

Q: What information should I be sure to include in the performance improvement presentation for surveyors? ...

True or False: Hospitals must have a procedure in place that explains what to do and how to respond to hazardous materials or waste spills. ...