Healthcare has outstripped retail as the most breached business sector, according to a new report by digital security company Gemalto, equaled only by government as the most targeted by hackers.
New York has passed a new law giving the same anti-violence protections to healthcare workers already given to firefighters, emergency medical technicians and registered nurses.
The Occupational Safety and Health Administration launched a new webpage to provide employers and workers with strategies and tools for preventing workplace violence in healthcare.
The California Department of Occupational Safety and Health has proposed new regulations that aim to prevent workplace violence in the healthcare industry.
At New York City’s Metropolitan Hospital, one of New York City Health and Hospital Corporation’s 11 acute care facilities, the mission is to provide high-quality care and comprehensive health services to all New Yorkers regardless of ability to pay, says Anthony Notaroberta, Director of Operations at Metropolitan Hospital.
Healthcare security and life safety is “a constant balancing act between securing the facility and offering an open and caring welcome.” That’s consultant Tom Clancy’s sage advice. And an echo of Ohio Health’s Harry Trombitas’ experienced guidance: His security operation “values an open and welcoming atmosphere that focuses on outstanding patient care.
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