A federal agency is encouraging active shooter drills for nursing homes after a deadly incident at a Chicago hospital, according to an article on the McKnights website.
The Office of the Assistant Secretary for Preparedness and Response is encouraging a review its planning and response guide.
An emergency room doc, pharmacist and police officer all died after a gunman opened fire at Mercy Hospital and Medical Center on the afternoon of Nov. 21.
At least five shootings have already occurred in or around healthcare facilities this year.
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