KSHE Update

KSHE News & Events

KSHE Introduces this Members-Only Benefit. Available 24 x 7 x 365: The KSHE learning platform gives you the flexibility to complete your training at your own pace, on your own schedule.

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SWI Is Your Trusted Medical Waste Partner!

SWI provides medical, hazardous, and pharmaceutical waste removal as well as shredding services for any facility that generates regulated medical waste and pharmaceutical waste. SWI has been in the industry for over 2 decades and services Kentucky, Indiana, Tennessee, Illinois, Ohio, Missouri, Michigan, West Virginia, and Virginia. Let us keep your hospital safe and compliant. We are your solution to your medical waste needs!

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Kentucky Spotlight

UK, King’s Daughters to Build New Medical Center in Greenup County

The Lane Report

The University of Kentucky announced that it will be building a $7 million King’s Daughters Medical Center in Greenup County.

Visit https://www.lanereport.com/179435/2025/02/uk-kings-daughters-to-build-new-medical-center-in-greenup-county/ to view the full article online.

Rise In Flu Cases Leads to Visitor Restrictions at Southwest Indiana, Kentucky Hospitals

14 News

The Community Patient Safety Coalition of Southwest Indiana/Kentucky put temporary restrictions on visitors for multiple hospitals due to rising cases of Influenza A.

Visit https://www.14news.com/2025/02/12/rise-flu-cases-leads-visitor-restrictions-ascension-st-vincent-locations/ to view the full article online.

ASHE Update

‘Back to the Basics with Innovation’

Health Facilities Management
The 2025 ASHE President Michael Hatton offers an alternative to the 'always-done-it-this-way' approach.

Visit https://www.hfmmagazine.com/back-basics-innovation to view the full article online.

Genuine Cat® engines and generator sets

As the only authorized Cat® dealership in the region, we are equipped to meet your needs with genuine Cat engines and generators sets. We also provide the power generator service that a wide variety of industries trust and rely on. Power outages don’t stick to a 9am to 5pm work schedule. That’s why we are ready to back you up with round-the-clock expert generator service and repair.

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Your Facilities Management News

Product Innovators Weigh in on the Evolution of Healthcare Spaces

Healthcare Construction + Operations News

Hospitality-inspired elements have made their way into health and wellness spaces as designers strive to give patients and guests an optimal experience.

Visit https://hconews.com/2025/02/17/product-innovators-weigh-in-on-the-evolution-of-healthcare-spaces/ to view the full article online.

Charging Ahead: Incentives Driving EV Charging in Healthcare Facilities

Healthcare Facilities Today
Healthcare facilities are facing increasing pressure to provide electric vehicle charging infrastructure for staff, patients and visitors.

Visit https://www.healthcarefacilitiestoday.com/posts/Charging-Ahead-Incentives-Driving-EV-Charging-in-Healthcare-Facilities--30126 to view the full article online.

Signs Your Facility Has Termites

FacilitiesNet
Termites are a difficult pest to manage as they can cause severe structural damage to a facility before they are detected.

Visit https://www.facilitiesnet.com/maintenanceoperations/tip/Signs-Your-Facility-Has-Termites--54886 to view the full article online.

Sustainability Spotlight

4 Benefits of Pairing Solar with Battery Storage for Commercial Facilities

FacilitiesNet
Combining solar energy with battery storage have shown a large return on investment for those organizations that use them.

Visit https://www.facilitiesnet.com/energyefficiency/article/4-Benefits-of-Pairing-Solar-with-Battery-Storage-for-Commercial-Facilities--20287 to view the full article online.

Water-Smart: How Companies Can Be More Sustainable In Water Usage

Facility Executive
Facility managers should upgrade their water program to help healthcare organizations reach their sustainability goals.

Visit https://facilityexecutive.com/water-smart-how-companies-can-be-more-sustainable-in-water-usage/ to view the full article online.

Revive Your Hospital with Ketchum & Walton Co.’s Solutions

Ketchum & Walton Co.’s solutions create healthier buildings for hospital patients, staff members, and the community. Whether you require high-performance air filtration to control infections and diseases, custom air handling units to reduce energy costs, or engineering services to ensure your hospital will remain in operation after a seismic event, our team will support you from start to finish.

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Kentucky Society of Healthcare Engineers