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10/15/2025
Swatting Calls, Hoax Threats Have Real Consequences for Healthcare
A recent report of a shooting at a hospital in California turned out to be a possible swatting incident.
10/14/2025
Report: Violence Costs Hospitals More than $18B Per Year
Building safety into the facilities’ designs is one approach to preventing violence and ensuring resilience.
10/7/2025
Ohio Hospital Cafeteria Attack Shows Need for Safety Beyond Patient Care Areas
The hospital confirmed no patients were involved, operations were unaffected and the incident is under investigation.
9/30/2025
Long Island Hospital Fire Highlights Need for Emergency Preparedness
Seven patients were temporarily relocated, but no injuries were reported.
9/17/2025
Must Know Recalls of 2025
For the safety of our readers, Healthcare Facilities Today has closely followed all recall notices related to the industry.
9/9/2025
Georgia Hospital Bomb Hoaxes Highlight Need for Healthcare–Police Partnerships
Proactive planning and close collaboration with law enforcement help healthcare facilities maintain safety and continuity during false threats.
9/2/2025
False Alarm at Kansas Hospital Highlights Importance of Alarm System Reliability
After a two-hour search of the hospital and nearby medical facilities, no threat was found.
8/27/2025
Detroit Hospital Shooting Underscores Need for Training and Preparedness
The shooting triggered a hospital lockdown and citywide manhunt before the alleged suspect’s capture.
8/26/2025
Safety Features Senior Living Communities Prioritize
Families want their loved one to be in a safe facility, leading designers to prioritize more safety features.
8/20/2025
The Fatal Flaws in Active Shooter Response in Healthcare Facilities
The most effective solutions to workplace violence are sophisticated emergency response planning and master level training for all employees.
8/12/2025
Over 1,000 Guns Confiscated - A Wake-Up Call for Hospital Safety
With candid stories, expert insight and a heartfelt discussion on workplace violence prevention, this episode is a must-listen for anyone concerned with the future of hospital safety.
7/30/2025
Armed Standoff at West Virginia Hospital Reminds of the Need for Safety Measures
The alleged suspect, who's now in custody, was also linked to earlier bomb threats.
7/29/2025
Safety Initiatives Cause Workplace Injuries to Decrease
More organizations are looking to bolster their safety initiatives to further prevent serious injuries.
7/29/2025
Cumberland County Hospital Experiences Data Breach
On April 3, 2025, CCH discovered unauthorized access by a third party to their computer system.
7/28/2025
State's Assisted Living Facilities on Notice After Fire Kills Nine
All 273 assisted living facilities in Massachusetts must send letters to residents and families detailing fire safety protocols and evacuation procedures.