NewsFIRST September/October 2024
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Providing Comfort During Breast Cancer Awareness Month and Beyond
Each October, Breast Cancer Awareness Month magnifies public education and the importance of regular screenings, self-exams and understanding risk factors.
ImageFIRST recognizes the importance of breast cancer awareness and helps to make the screening and treatment process as comforting as possible. The warmth and softness of our pink Comfort Care gowns offer an extra layer of reassurance, helping patients feel more at ease during one of the most challenging times.
Providing Consistency and Standardization Nationwide
Make your Linen & Facility Services Program work for every location in your health system with ImageFIRST's National Accounts Program.
Enjoy the ease and simplicity of a trusted partner, ready to adapt and expand services as needs change, location by location.
Did You Know?
Infection Prevention Week
Did you know that Infection Prevention Week is October 13th-19th and about 1 in 25 U.S. hospital patients will contract at least one healthcare-associated infection (HAI)? This Infection Prevention Week and beyond, partner with ImageFIRST to help reduce the spread of infections in your facility.
Our Cubicle Curtain Program is designed to minimize the risk of cross-contamination by providing routine laundering and replacement of curtains, ensuring a fresh and hygienic environment for both patients and staff.
2024 HeroesFIRST Winners
We are thrilled to officially announce the winners of the 2024 HeroesFIRST Contest!
?Paula Cote, Huggins Hospital in Wolfeboro, NH?
?Ashley Swenson, HonorHealth in Phoenix, AZ?
?Jennifer Levi, Alive Hospice in Nashville, TN?
?Dawn Compres, Ronald McDonald House in Miami, FL?
?Deborah Hunter, Bailey Square Surgery Center in Austin, TX?
?Erica Murphy, Regional SurgiCenter in Moline, IL?
?Rita Hartman, North Shore Gastroenterology & Endoscopy Center in Westlake, OH?
?Natalie Powers, The University of Kansas Health System in Kansas City, KS?
Congratulations to these exceptional healthcare heroes! Thank you for all you do to enhance the patient experience.
2024 ServiceSTARS Winners
We are pleased to officially announce the winners of the 2024 ServiceSTARS Contest!
?Jarred West, Osage Casino Hotel in Bartlesville, OK?
?Molly Jellison, Long Reach Kitchen & Catering in Bath, ME?
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?Jared Hills, Sage Hospitality Group - The Elizabeth Hotel in Fort Collins, CO?
?Kameron Stern, Toby Keith’s in Oklahoma City, OK?
Congratulations to these outstanding Hospitality professionals! Your commitment to enhancing the guest experience is truly remarkable!
In Case You Missed It
ImageFIRST Houston New State-of-the-Art Facility!
The ImageFIRST Houston, TX team proudly celebrated the dedication of their new state-of-the-art facility!
Led by CEO Edward H. Orzetti and General Manager Dario Becerra , this event marked the grand opening of our latest ImageFIRST location, following the June purchase of Imperial Linen Services. More than 70 customers and guests participated in the celebration and toured the 55,000-square-foot facility.
As part of the celebration, ImageFIRST pledged to donate $100 per guest to the Ronald McDonald House Charities Greater Houston . Dario Becerra, Service Director Tim Mayfield and Director of Operations Kevin Stromatt were honored to present a $10,000 contribution alongside RMHC of Greater Houston staff.
"Perfect Par" Golf Event
Last month, the ImageFIRST Maine team hosted their first-ever "Perfect Par" golf event at Dunegrass Golf Club in Old Orchard Beach.
Our Hospitality Division President Doug Harris , along with Westbrook, ME General Manager Glen Stevens , District Service Manager Jeff Libby, Assistant Plant Manager Brad Doliner and Customer Advocates Eric Lavigne , Josh Sonia , Zachary Steeves and Luke Church enjoyed a day on the greens with VIPs from valued customers like PINE POINT GRILLE , Inn by the Sea , and Fishbones.
The perfect weather, stunning course and fantastic company made the event an unforgettable experience!
ImageFIRST Careers
If you would like to unlock your career potential and explore our current job openings, visit the ImageFIRST Careers Page.
Industry News
Discover the latest insights and developments from the ever-evolving world of healthcare, courtesy of Becker's Healthcare.
States with Highest, Lowest Breast Cancer Screening Rates
National Cancer Institute breast cancer screening rates are based on telephone survey data from the CDC's Behavioral Risk Factor Surveillance System. The data represents women across all races, age 40 and older, who had a mammogram within two years of the survey.
We'd love to share the resources that APIC has surrounding infection prevention.
APIC Establishes Research Priorities to Advance Infection Prevention Field
In a report titled, “Research Gaps Impacting the Practice of Infection Prevention and Control,” APIC’s newly established Center for Research, Practice & Innovation (CRPI) outlined a wide array of topics crucial to advancing the practice of infection prevention and control.
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