First phase of web-based reporting system to soon be launched for testing
Tool will allow SHN users to quickly access data and reports
Thursday March 11, 2010
The first phase of a web-based reporting system aimed at simplifying enrollment and data submission for Safer Healthcare Now’s (SHN) users will soon be ready for testing, according to a report published in the organization’s March newsletter.
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SHN’s VAP/CLA-BSI collaborative showing favourable results
Collaborative members participate in sessions helping team members learn new skills
Tuesday March 9, 2010
Results from a 25-team collaboration between 13 organizations introduced by Safer Healthcare Now (SHN) in 2009 to curb ventilator-associated pneumonia (VAP) and central line-associated/bloodstream infections (CLA-BSI) in hospitals is showing favourable results, according to a report published in SHN’s February 2010 newsletter.
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Canadian Patient Safety Institute announces new CEO
Hugh MacLeod joins group working towards safer healthcare system
Friday March 5, 2010
There's a new person at the helm of a national organization striving to build a safer healthcare system in Canada.
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Keeping patient safety at the forefront of care
Learn more about evidence-based patient safety tools, current trends
Wednesday March 3, 2010
Healthcare providers looking to keep patient safety as a foundation for care can gain insight and acquire tools by attending an upcoming course. Full Story |
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Ottawa Hospital to receive virtual reality simulator
Equipment will help provide rehabilitation in a safe environment for soldiers, patients
Monday March 1, 2010
A virtual reality simulator set to open at The Ottawa Hospital this fall will help caregivers meet the rehabilitation needs of soldiers and patients in a safe and controlled environment. Full Story |
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Ontario Hospital Association supports review, reform of Public Hospitals Act
Has potential to create safer, more transparent system: Closson
Wednesday March 10, 2010
The Ontario Hospital Association (OHA) is embracing the Province's commitment to review the Public Hospitals Act (PHA), foreseeing the potential for a healthcare system that is "accountable, transparent and safer." Full Story |
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HIROC gears up for its 8th Annual Risk Management Conference
Subscribers can book now for 'excellent' opportunity to learn, network
Monday March 8, 2010
With a packed house each year, the Healthcare Insurance Reciprocal of Canada (HIROC) is encouraging subscribers to secure their spot for its upcoming 8th Annual Risk Management Conference. Full Story |
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Ontario Hospital Association delivers conference targeting latest developments in medical devices
Garner practical tips about managing risk, liability exposure in reprocessing
Thursday March 4, 2010
Stay in tune with a variety of current issues surrounding medical devices by attending an upcoming conference in Toronto. Full Story |
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CPSI working to better identify patient safety issues in Aboriginal communities
Request for applications issued to develop research paper
Tuesday March 2, 2010
The Canadian Patient Safety Institute (CPSI) is commissioning a research paper to help better identify patient safety issues in First Nations, Inuit and Métis communities, with the main goal of determining ways to deliver safer healthcare to Canada’s Aboriginal Peoples. Full Story |
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