Just because a topical antiseptic is swabbed on the skin doesn't mean it stays on the skin. In a new study, Northwestern ...

Hospitals and health systems are not immune from concerns about their environmental impact. Most studies surround the discharge of anesthetic gases or single-use plastics. A new study provides ...

In spite of innovations in patient care technology, healthcare-acquired infections (HAIs) such as wound sepsis are continuing to rise, and hospitals are paying the price. One of the most recent ...

Human health and the environment are inextricably linked at local, national and global scales. Exposure to environmental issues, such as pollution, climate change, extreme heat events and poor water ...

The air we breathe and water we drink affects our health in ways we don’t actively think about. Toxins inhaled or ingested can contribute directly towards ailments like bronchitis and heavy metal ...