FAQ

Q How can I order Environment of Care® News?
A To order Environment of Care® News, call 800/746-6578, or click here to order online.

Q Can I place my order through a subscription agent?
A Yes, we welcome orders through agencies. Agents, click here for pricing and other information.

Q Who within my organization should subscribe to Environment of Care® News?
A EC News provides information for health care facilities managers, safety directors, biomedical/clinical engineers, emergency readiness coordinators, fire protection personnel, utilities managers, nurse supervisors, and Joint Commission survey coordinators. Infection control staff would also benefit from the expert, timely coverage.

Q What topics does EC News cover?
A EC News covers top stories on
--EC standards and survey process
--Your toughest EC questions
--Success stories, examples, and tips to help you excel on your next EC survey
--Special EC pointers for multiple settings: hospitals, critical access hospitals, ambulatory care, office-based surgery practices, long term care, home care, laboratories, behavioral health care

Q How often does EC News publish?
A EC News is published 12 times a year by Joint Commission Resources.

Q How far back is the content archived electronically?
A Content goes back to January 2000.

Q Who has access to the online newsletter?
A Paid subscribers only have access to the online and print newsletter.

Q Can you purchase the electronic product by itself?
A Yes, you can subscribe to the online version only.

Q Will I receive a password?
A Yes, when you complete the subscription process, you will receive a user name and password. Please note that you are the only one licensed to use this password.

Q How can I get a sample issue?
A Call Superior Fulfillment at 800/746-6578 to request a free sample of the latest issue of EC News. Or view a free sample issue here.

Q How can I purchase a past issue?
A Call Superior Fulfillment at 800/746-6578 to order a past issue of EC News or click here to purchase issues or articles via IngentaConnect.

Q Can I make copies of an issue or an article?
A Yes, with permission. Please be aware that a fee might apply under certain circumstances.

Q Once my paid subscription expires will I still have access to the online newsletter? If so, for how long?
A Your print and online subscriptions expire at the same time.

Q Can I submit articles?
A Yes. See Author Guidelines below.

Q How can I find past articles on a specific topic?
A Click here to view past issues and topics.

Q How can I purchase reprints?
A For reprints of an article or whole issue where the number of copies desired is 100 or more, fill out the Reprints Form. For smaller quantities use the Permissions Form. Articles and whole issues are also available at IngentaConnect for individual purchase.

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A For questions about subscribing or renewing your subscription, please contact Superior Fulfillment at 800/746-6578 or fulfill@superfill.com.

Q How can I change the address or name on my subscription?
A Call Superior Fulfillment at 800/746-6578 to change any subscription information.