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Evanston Hospital

Evanston Hospital Security Officer Shot by Patient in Emergency Room

The patient was voluntarily transported to Evanston Hospital after he appeared to be suffering from an unknown mental…

News June 6
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Hospital Workplace Violence Bills

Multiple States Pass Hospital Workplace Violence Bills in Recent Weeks

Six other states are considering proposed hospital workplace violence prevention legislation, including Alaska, Massachusetts, Ohio, Oregon, Washington, and…

News May 30
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Pennsylvania House Passes Healthcare Workplace Violence Prevention Act

In part, the bill would establish violence prevention committees to review incidents in all Pennsylvania hospitals.

News May 9
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Hospital Workplace Violence Prevention Bill Signed into Law by Vermont Governor

House Bill 259 requires Vermont hospitals to establish security plans to mitigate hospital workplace violence.

News May 5
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Workplace Violence: 10 Ways to De-Escalate Abusive Behavior, de-escalation, psychiatric patients, CPI, hospital violence

Workplace Violence: 10 Ways to Diffuse Abusive Patient Behavior

Here's how staff members can take action to prevent or mitigate dangerous behavior.

Insights April 3
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Scottsdale Shea Medical Center

Patient Shoots Scottsdale Shea Medical Center Security Officer

The suspect was taken to the Scottsdale Shea Medical Center emergency room for reportedly exhibiting "paranoid behavior."

News March 5
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Palms West Hospital Nurse

Palms West Hospital Nurse Attacked, Patient Charged with Attempted Murder

The Palms West Hospital nurse was so badly injured that she had to be airlifted to another hospital…

News February 24
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Campus Safety’s Top 10 Healthcare Stories from 2024

Here's a look back at Campus Safety's most popular healthcare safety and security stories from 2024.

Insights January 1
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Healthcare Violence: Comparing 4 RTLS Technologies That Enhance Duress Alert Accuracy

Healthcare workers are increasingly relying on duress alert solutions to keep them safe. This article compares the accuracy,…

Insights September 23
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