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Getting tough on bugs
The COVID-19 outbreak has thrown the spotlight on hospital cleanliness and hygiene. We look at how this is impacting on hospital infection control and facilities managers
A long road ahead
We ask whether the NHS is doing enough to meet the Government’s target of ‘net zero’ carbon emissions by 2050
Experience-based design
Jo Makosinski speaks to the team at Cygnet Health Care about their novel approach to mental health design, which is transforming the way we think about therapeutic environments
Humanising mental health environments
Making mental health environments homely and ‘normalised’ can be a challenge when considering the somewhat-conflicting need for safety and security. But manufacturers are increasingly realising this and, as a result, a new generation of innovative products is hitting the market.
A fresh approach
An exploration of how colour and artwork are being incorporated into surface materials to enhance health and care settings.
Fencing off stigma
Security is key for mental health environments, but this doesn’t mean they have to look institutional and threatening.
Making an impact
Exploring how modern wall protection products are helping to improve health and care environments as well as reducing maintenance costs.
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Cleaning up!
Exploring how modern floor-cleaning equipment is helping to improve hygiene levels in healthcare facilities.
Carbon reduction
Easy wins could make NHS leader in climate change.
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A fresh approach
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Humanising mental health environments
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The final curtain
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Getting tough on bugs
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A long road ahead
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Experience-based design
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Fencing off stigma
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A new trend in modular construction
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Designing out disaster
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Making an impact

Offsite construction & modular buildings - asset or liability in healthcare

6th Nov 2019

The final curtain

6th Nov 2019

Refurbishment solutions for healthcare estates

5th Nov 2019

Finding your way

13th Sep 2019

A first line of defence against bugs

7th Sep 2019

A home from home

6th Sep 2019

Sweating the assets

1st Sep 2019

A new approach to hospital design

1st Sep 2019

A work of art

1st May 2019

A picture of health

1st May 2019