A new year offers an opportunity for hospital lab leaders to reevaluate their compliance posture, close persistent gaps, and strengthen systems...Read More »
Environmental disinfection is a key component of a safe and effective laboratory. Disinfection protects researchers and public health, prevents...Read More »
In this guest column, Dan Scungio, MT(ASCP), SLS, laboratory safety officer for multihospital system Sentara Healthcare in Virginia, and otherwise...Read More »
Specimen labeling may seem like a routine task, but a single mislabeled tube can delay diagnosis, trigger incorrect treatment, or compromise trust...Read More »
Hospital laboratory safety and compliance leaders continue to face increasing scrutiny from accrediting bodies and regulators. Between maintaining...Read More »
A key component of medical environments is a sink. In healthcare facilities, they are present in exam rooms and laboratories and are necessary for...Read More »
Protective equipment in the lab is a frontline defense, in addition to being necessary for compliance. Yet experts warn that too many healthcare...Read More »
In this guest column, Dan Scungio, MT(ASCP), SLS, laboratory safety officer for multihospital system Sentara Healthcare in Virginia, and otherwise...Read More »