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Texas Doctor Found Guilty of Tampering with IV Bags, Baylor Scott & White SurgiCare, Dr. Raynaldo Ortiz, Dr. Melanie Kaspar

UPDATE: Texas Doctor Receives 190 Year Sentence for Poisoning IV Bags

Eleven Baylor Scott & White SurgiCare patients experienced cardiac emergencies as a result of the poisoned IV bags.

News November 21
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Hackensack Meridian Health

New Jersey’s Hackensack Meridian Health Deploys ZeroEyes Gun Detection Solution

Hackensack Meridian Health, the largest not-for-profit healthcare network in New Jersey, deployed the technology to mitigate gun-related violence.

Press Releases October 18
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De-Escalation: A Critical Cornerstone of Safety in Education and Healthcare, workplace violence, de-escalate

De-Escalating Angry People: A Critical Safety Skill in Education and Healthcare

These five de-escalation disciplines will help you effectively deal with angry students, family members, visitors, and patients.

Insights October 15
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HHS Fines 2 Healthcare Facilities for Ransomware Attacks

The cyberattacks happened back in 2017 and 2018, before ransomware attacks against healthcare organizations increased by 264%.

News October 10
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Public-Private Partnerships Help High-Growth Regions Improve Critical Infrastructure

Fast-growing cities have a high demand for private sector contracting partners as they rapidly expand education, healthcare, and…

Insights October 7
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Hospital Visitor Management: Balancing Patient Privacy and Security

Here's how visitor management systems can help hospitals maintain a balance between patient privacy and security.

Insights September 30
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Lehigh Valley Health Network

Lehigh Valley Health Network to Pay $65 Million After Hackers Leaked Nude Photos of Cancer Patients

A Russian ransomware group released stolen data on its leak site, including patient diagnoses and clinical images of…

News September 26
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St. Mary-Corwin Hospital Settles Lawsuit with Family of Man Who Died after Altercation with Security Officers, Matthew Jones

Colorado Hospital Settles Lawsuit with Family of Man Who Died after Altercation with Security Officers

The lawsuit claimed the four security officers acted with “reckless disregard” when they were restraining Matthew Jones.

News September 25
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Yale Settles with Women Over Fertility Nurse’s Diversion of Fentanyl

Yale only acknowledged the problem after an employee noticed a fentanyl vial had a loose cap.

News September 12
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