Safety and Security
Does your health care organization consult with security personnel during design of new projects?
ASHE's webchat gives proven steps to help hospitals prepare for possible gun violence in their facilities
VA police and patients disarm, hold suspect with loaded rifle at outpatient clinic
AHA will host a joint webinar Jan. 17 on key ways to protect patients and staff
Leaders from Orlando Health say mass casualty drills helped them prepare for the unthinkable
Also this week: Updates from the Joint Commission and EPA on health care safety
Has your hospital implemented fall-prevention initiatives in the past year?
Also this week: WHO's surgical site-infection prevention guidelines touch on physical environment
The American Hospital Association initiative directs hospitals on where to find help to combat violence
A few ideas for finding help with hospital safety