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May 2025

Reducing Healthcare-Associated Infections with AAMI ST108

Building Sciences /

Healthcare-Associated Infections (HAIs) are a major public health concern as they increase the length of hospital stays, healthcare costs, and mortality rates. During the COVID-19 pandemic, HAIs rose by 47% across all types of healthcare facilities and by 65% in intensive care units (ICUs). Thankfully, rates have dropped again, but the pandemic demonstrated just how vulnerable healthcare […]

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Decoding Asbestos Dust Sampling: What You Need to Know

Building Sciences /

Curious about the advantages and limitations of various asbestos detection methods? During my April webinar, I took a deep dive into settled dust sampling—a topic that’s both technically important and practically relevant for industry professionals. Let’s start with the basics: settled dust refers to those loose fibers and particles that collect on surfaces throughout buildings.

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Top 4 High-Risk Molds in Healthcare Facilities and How to Address Them

Building Sciences /

Just add water… Mold grows in hospitals and other healthcare facilities for the same reason it grows in old buildings. Mold spores are everywhere, and all it takes is a bit of moisture to activate them. However, while common molds in a residential or office building may cause allergy symptoms in those with mold sensitivities,

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