Most Recent Updates

Lowering HAI Infections with Single-Use Items
Recent changes from the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services implemented changes to help reduce healthcare-acquired infections (HAIs). Among these changes was a requirement for hospital-wide infection prevention controls. HAIs are a major issue for healthcare facilities. As a matter of fact, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention report that on any given day,

Sterile Labels – A New Tool for Group Purchasing Organizations
Sterile labels are a great tool to start a conversation about GPO compliance. In this post, we look at some roadblocks to ideal compliance rates.

Cheap Medical Supplies Cost More Than You Think
Cheap medical supplies can cause major issues for your health system. This article looks at how choices you make as a purchaser impact nurses.

Caresfield Cares 2022 Recap: $20,000 in Charitable Donations and Volunteer Time
Caresfield Cares is a monthly initiative to make a difference in the communities we serve. This 2022 recap looks back on nearly $20,000 in financial donations and various volunteer opportunities.

Gloves, Important PPE for Contact Precautions in Long-Term Care Settings
Proper PPE is important for all healthcare workers. It’s especially important in long-term care settings where patients and residents may be more susceptible to infections. This post looks at your glove options.

Caresfield Cares December 2022: spin4 the cure, Toys 4 Tots
In December our team took part in a spin4 crohn’s and colitis cures ride and collected donations for Toys 4 Tots as part of the Caresfield Cares Program.

A Mother’s Plea – Go Beyond Pediatric Blood Draw Guidelines
Phlebotomists do a great job caring for patients, but they don’t always have the best tools for the job. Here’s a mother’s challenging experience at the hospital with her 10-month-old son.

Caresfield Cares: Spin4 Crohn’s & Colitis Cures Fundraiser
In December, our team is taking part in a spin4 crohn’s & colitis cures ride. Learn why it hits close to home and how you can help in this blog post!

Press Release: Caresfield Recognized with Capstone Innovative Partner Award
Caresfield received the Innovative Partner Award from Capstone Health Alliance at Capstone Forum 2022.

Caresfield Cares: Supporting the Honor Flight Network
In honor of National Veterans and Military Families Month in November, the Caresfield Cares program donated to the Honor Flight Network. In this post, we share the personal connection one of our team members has with the organization.

Simplifying Accurate Comparisons for Labels, Wristbands
When it comes to comparing healthcare labels and wristbands, do you have the right information to accurately describe price? This blog post looks at units of measure and other factors to consider.

Capstone Forum 2022: Caresfield Receives Award, Customer Feedback
Capstone Forum 2022 was a great opportunity to connect with Capstone members. Held in-person for the first time since 2019, we learned backorders and allocations remain one of the biggest issues in the industry.