Occupational Health Management Archives – August 1, 2006
August 1, 2006
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Occ health, human resources: Natural partners, but expect some conflict
In addressing health in the workplace, the partnership between occupational health and human resources is among the most important. -
Measles outbreak is threat to workplace
Your nursing staff, already stretched thin, is about to take a hit. A measles outbreak has sickened a dozen people in your city, one of whom came into your ED before he was symptomatic. -
Mumps outbreak sparks public health debate
An outbreak of mumps in Iowa has led hospitals to re-examine the immunization records of health care workers, with some checking for serologic evidence of immunity in employees who have had an exposure. -
Hospitals may not be ready for major disaster
Ability to handle sudden surges of patients during a mass emergency remains a concern, particularly due to shortage of funds to train staff, according to a study by the Center for Studying Health System Change (HSC). -
JCAHO: Patient contact? Flu vaccine mandated
The Joint Commission for Accreditation of Healthcare Organizations (JCAHO) has issued an infection control standard that requires accredited critical access hospitals, hospitals, and long-term care facilities to offer influenza vaccinations to staff. -
Bringing troubles to the job: How OHNs can help
It is rare that any person can leave his or her troubles at home and not let it affect life at work.