How Healthcare Environmental Services Have Changed Over the Last 50 Years
Originally published October 26, 2026 on johnmichaelweir.com. Healthcare environmental services have evolved from labor-intensive cleaning routines into specialized, evidence-informed programs designed to reduce infection risks, protect staff, and use resources more efficiently. Advances in cleaning materials, disinfectants, equipment, safety practices, and infection prevention have reshaped how hospitals and other care facilities maintain their environments. 1970s:…