Security - April 2021
4 Tips for Better Healthcare Security
In 2020, hospitals saw PPE and COVID-19 vaccines walk out the back door. A security assessment and a comprehensive security system can prevent a recurrence.
4/29/2021
City’s Hospitals Improve Parking Lot Lighting, Worker Safety
Investigation revealed hospitals nationwide fail to protect employees and visitors from violence
4/29/2021
Hospital Security and Design: An Updated Resource
Publication emphasizes combating violence in healthcare using the built environment
4/23/2021
Has Facial Recognition Come To Healthcare Facilities?
One Los Angeles hospital is among previously unreported users
4/22/2021
Patient Attacks 6 in Hospital Parking Structure
Discharged patient arrested after allegedly assaulting five women and male security guard
4/20/2021
Suspect Killed in Hospital Shooting
Police had escorted medics to emergency department, where suspect was to be checked for medical issue
4/15/2021
University's Hospitals Ramp Up Security
Moves come in response to increasing reports of violence nationwide in healthcare settings
4/13/2021
Patient Dies Falling from Fifth-Floor Window
Chair slammed against window multiple times shattered glass, worker says
4/6/2021
Parking Lot Attack Prompts Hospital To Upgrade Security
Security guard will replace parking attendant and two additional cameras will be installed
4/5/2021
Suspect Arrested for Bringing Guns, Bombs to Hospital
Situation closed several roads and hospital's emergency wing for several hours
4/5/2021
