News

The Department of Labor & Industries (L&I) and the Pharmacy Quality Assurance Commission (PQAC) issued new COVID-19 safety guidance for pharmacies and pharmacists.... Read More >>

Falls remain a leading cause of non-fatal/fatal injuries in Washington and Oregon for persons over 64 years old, both in and out of the hospital environment.... Read More >>

The Drug Enforcement Administration is sponsoring National Prescription Drug Take Back Day, a safe, convenient and anonymous way to dispose of prescription medications. This event is from 10 a.m. – 2 p.m. Saturday, April 24, at several statewide locations.... Read More >>

Your feedback is requested on the Bree Collaborative’s draft of Social Determinants of Health (SDOH) recommendations. Public comments will be accepted through 5 p.m. Friday, May 7.... Read More >>

One of the most critical roles hospital executives and boards fill is ensuring the safety and quality of their organization and those who work and are cared for there. Prioritizing time to explore topics such as a psychologically safe and just culture has to rise to the top.... Read More >>

WSHA kicked off the Executive Safety Academy April 13 to rave reviews from participating hospital CEOs and executive leaders. WSHA has partnered with Healthcare Performance Improvement, a Press Ganey solution, to deliver the 2021 Executive Safety Academy.... Read More >>

April is Alcohol Awareness month. Alcohol and other drug use are serious public health concerns that impact patients and hospitals/health care systems. ... Read More >>

The measure set for the 2021 Medicaid Quality Incentive measurement period is under development and will be announced in May. New this year, WSHA is opening a comment period on the proposed measures.... Read More >>

The Safe Deliveries Roadmap dashboard on WSHA’s new interactive data platform, DASH (Data Analytics Services Hub), will launch on May 19 with a training webinar for OB leadership and quality directors.... Read More >>

Honoring Choices Pacific Northwest is celebrating National Healthcare Decisions Day on April 16 with a collection of joyous live events, motivating inspiration, and a reflective challenge to encourage people to do advance care planning.... Read More >>