September/October 2003, Volume 15, Number 5

In this issue:

• The Center for Disabilities and Development — changes to 'Hospital School'
• From the Director — Staff, faculty, and volunteers hear update at Fall Forums
• More than a "Furry Friend" — Certified dog visitation program
• New services reduce spam and computer viruses — Anti-spam and anti-virus service
• Nursing Recognition Day — September 23-24
• Safety Matters — Dangerous Medical Abbreviations, Hazardous Chemical/Medication Disposal, Blood Spill Prevention/Red Bags/Chest Drainage Systems, New Eyewash Stations
• NewsWorthy — Significant news events
• Closeup: David Miller, R.N.
• Magnet update — inching closer to the prize
• The world at their fingertips — New interactive computer network for pediatric patients at University of Iowa Children's Hospital
• October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month — National Mammography Day: October 17, 2003
• Back to school at the hospital — Tutoring for student in K-12 during extended or recurring stays in the hospital
• STAR Awards recognition program introduced — rewards for providing extraordinary customer service
• New name, similar services — Staff Relations and Development changes its name
• I CARE Thank You Note — Send someone a note of thanks
• Above and Beyond — Recognizing people who demonstrate their commitment to excellence and service
• Milestones — Appointments, honors, retirements
• New employment option offers more flexibility for some — the Scheduled Hourly Employment Option