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Following a recent Ohio nurse assault at the OSU Wexner Medical Center, nurses' unions have criticized the hospital's response. Ohio State University Nurses Association, Ohio Nurses Association, Asiakare Minor

Ohio Postpartum Nurse Assaulted at OSU Wexner Medical Center: Union Demands Action

Following a recent Ohio nurse assault at the OSU Wexner Medical Center, nurses' unions have criticized the hospital's…

News November 14
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By implementing appropriate security measures, threat assessment protocols, and compliance-driven policies, healthcare organizations can promote safer environments that lead to greater patient satisfaction, reduce medical errors, and improve staff retention. OSHA, Joint Commission

How Proactive Security Management Improves Clinical Outcomes

By implementing appropriate security measures, threat assessment protocols, and compliance-driven policies, healthcare organizations can promote safer environments that…

Insights November 14
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WakeMed police officer Roger Smith was fatally shot at WakeMed Garner Healthplex during an altercation with a patient on Saturday. North Carolina hospital shooting, Benji Martin Jr.

North Carolina Hospital Police Officer Shot, Killed in Struggle with ER Patient

WakeMed police officer Roger Smith was fatally shot at WakeMed Garner Healthplex during an altercation with a patient…

News November 13
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An AI-generated photo falsely depicting Bellaire High School on fire caused widespread panic and highlighted the dangers of digital misinformation. Houston ISD, HISD, Bellaire Fire Department

Panic and Confusion Arise from AI-Generated Photo of Fake Bellaire High School Fire

An AI-generated photo falsely depicting Bellaire High School on fire caused widespread panic and highlighted the dangers of…

News November 13
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College women are better equipped to identify and report sexual assault due to awareness programs like the Clery Act and movements such as #MeToo, highlighting the importance of education in combating sexual violence. college sexual violence, campus safety, Violence Against Women Act, VAWA

College Women Experience More Sexual Violence than Women Who Don’t Attend College, Study Reveals

College women are better equipped to identify and report sexual assault due to awareness programs like the Clery…

News November 13
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Last week’s Campus Safety at EDspaces 2025 conference in Columbus, Ohio, brought together school and college security experts, educators, facilities directors and architects to share innovative strategies and solutions for creating safer educational environments.

Campus Safety Experts Share Key Insights at EDspaces 2025

Last week’s Campus Safety at EDspaces 2025 conference in Columbus, Ohio, brought together school and college security experts,…

News November 13
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Larry Bushart Jr.’s month-long imprisonment over his social media post about Charlie Kirk’s assassination highlights the clash between Tennessee’s school safety laws and First Amendment rights. Perry County Sheriff’s Office, Perry County School System, free speech, threat assessment,

Tennessee Man’s Arrest Over Facebook Post on Charlie Kirk Murder Sparks Free Speech Debate

Larry Bushart Jr.’s month-long imprisonment over his social media post about Charlie Kirk’s assassination highlights the clash between…

News November 10
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School Shooters

Part 1: How School Shooters Manipulate Others, Evade Bystander Concerns

Part 1 of this three-part series discusses common deception strategies school shooters use to influence others and evade…

Insights November 10
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A jury found a Richneck School administrator guilty of gross negligence in case involving a first grader who shot his teacher. Abby Zwerner, Ebony Parker, Deja Taylor,

Virginia Jury Awards $10 Million in Richneck School Teacher Shooting Case

A jury found a Richneck School administrator guilty of gross negligence in case involving a first grader who…

News November 6
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Automated video detection is giving K-12 schools a crucial advantage in responding to a wide range of threats. Darron Parker, IDIS Americas, artificial intelligence, AI, analytics, weapons detection

AI Video Detection in Schools: How Automated Surveillance Reduces Emergency Response Time

Automated video detection is giving K-12 schools a crucial advantage in responding to a wide range of threats.

Insights November 6
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An intentional explosion at Harvard Medical School's Goldenson Building has sparked a multi-agency investigation.

Update: 2 Men Arrested in Connection with Harvard Medical School Explosion

Witnesses said the men lit a roman candle outside Harvard Medical School's Goldenson Building, and also placed a…

News November 5
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Critical Communications Technologies

How Critical Communication Tech Protects Lives and Assets

If critical communications technologies aren’t available and reliable whenever they’re needed, the consequences can be significant.

Insights November 4
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