Patient Violence

Read: Charges Dropped Against Former Patient Shot in Texas Hospital

Charges Dropped Against Former Patient Shot in Texas Hospital

The charges stemmed from a controversial incident between a psychotic patient and two security officers.

Read: Texas Health System Switches to Private Security Force

Texas Health System Switches to Private Security Force

The change comes as the health system adds officers and improves training.

Kansas College Hospitals Preparing to Allow Guns on Campus

The hospitals plan to hire additional police officers and to ban guns in certain buildings.

Read: Managing the Safety and Security of Elderly Patients

Managing the Safety and Security of Elderly Patients

Here’s a discussion on the issues associated with providing a safe and secure environment for patients with Alzheimer’s disease, dementia and other complex medical challenges associated with aging.

Read: Ohio Patient Stabs Hospital Security Officer Multiple Times

Ohio Patient Stabs Hospital Security Officer Multiple Times

The security officer is expected to recover from the attack.

Why Flakka Patients Are Creating Security Risks at Hospitals

An increasing amount of hospitals in the south are dealing with patients under the influence of flakka.

Man Attacked in His Sleep at D.C. Hospital

The attack reportedly occurred without provocation although police are still investigating.

Man Dies of Self-Inflicted Gunshot Wound in Fla. Hospital

The man was being treated for injuries sustained during a car accident earlier in the week.

Read: 10 Hospital Heroes with Incredible Stories about Saving Lives

10 Hospital Heroes with Incredible Stories about Saving Lives

These people’s extraordinary actions have saved lives and prevented catastrophes.

Read: Texas Allows Guns in Public Mental Health Clinics

Texas Allows Guns in Public Mental Health Clinics

Some facilities are exempt from the new law, including hospitals licensed under Chapter 241 of the Texas health and safety code.

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