A survey from time2play found that 48% of women in the U.S. experience gender bias at work, with healthcare employees undergoing the highest levels.

Healthcare workers faced a 249% increase in injury and illness rates amid the COVID-19 pandemic. The Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) highlights risk management and worker safety strategies for healthcare security leaders.

Members of the National Guard in multiple U.S. states have been dispatched to health facilities during the COVID-19 case surge.

Workplace violence is an unfortunately frequent part of the healthcare industry, with over 75% of physicians reporting having experienced intimidation, harassment or violence while on the job. The Ontario Medical Association and the Canadian Medical Association have released guidance on how to mitigate the threat.

Healthcare employees are more likely to experience workplace violence (WPV) than any other profession. Five articles support the theory that simulators and coaching reduce workplace violence prevention through hands-on training that provides the workforce with the knowledge, awareness, skills and confidence to manage situations.

Three studies compare healthcare leadership and employee perspectives on workplace violence prevention and response programs.

Healthcare workers are subject to a higher rate of workplace violence than many other professions. Audio analytics can help respond to and prevent violent incidents in hospitals.

We are living in unprecedented times. As the deadly COVID-19 sweeps its way across the globe, millions of workers providing essential services are putting their lives on the line for their communities and the rest of the world.