America’s hospitals are in crisis. A nursing shortage that’s only expected to grow in the coming years is already creating challenges across the country, while workplace violence against health care ...

Following a violent attack and a 911 call involving Baker Act patients, Palms West Hospital is ramping up security by hiring an armed sheriff’s deputy starting April 1 — while working toward a ...

Hospital security often involves dealing with life-or-death situations, but sometimes ill-advised policies create unneeded obstacles. One security officer found himself tasked with enforcing a ...

Maintaining a safe and secure environment is paramount in healthcare facilities where providers have a responsibility to protect patients and visitors from significant physical threats. Hospital ...

August 12, 2025 - The healthcare industry has long been plagued by violence against health workers and patients. The problem is perhaps most prevalent in hospital settings with heavy patient volumes ...