#violence-against-healthcare-workers

#violence-against-healthcare-workers

Violence against healthcare workers, including in the ER, is increasing, posing a significant threat to staff safety.

Assemblyman Freddie Rodriguez has authored a bill to increase penalties for assaulting on-the-job emergency healthcare workers, aiming for consistency and protection.

Cases of violence and abuse against ambulance medics have increased by nearly 40% in London

London Ambulance Service paramedics are now wearing body-worn cameras and avoiding being alone with patients they perceive as a risk