Laura Levis' death outside ER has changed hospital signage, lighting in Mass.

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Laura Levis' death outside ER has changed hospital signage, lighting in Mass.

May 10, 2023

Mullins L, Menard F. WBUR. April 27, 2023.

Incomplete information and building design problems can reduce access to care and contribute to harm. This story outlines how the state of Massachusetts responded to the accidental death of a patient unable to get help due to poor signage and incomplete directional information while experiencing an asthma attack.

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