Home care workers often find themselves in risky situations. They visit patients in their homes, where they might face violence from those they care for. This is called Type II workplace violence. It happens when patients, their family, or visitors act aggressively toward healthcare workers. The pro
Nurses in China are often victims of violence at work. This is a big problem not just in China, but all over the world. To tackle this issue, it's important to understand why it happens. A recent study looked into this problem among nurses in Sichuan Province. The goal was to find out how often it h
In Lanzhou, China, nurses are often the target of workplace violence. This is a big problem in hospitals of all levels. A recent study looked into how common this violence is and what makes it more likely to happen. The study found that nurses in different types of hospitals face different levels o
In the U. S. and beyond, healthcare workers face a growing threat: workplace violence. This issue is more than just a problem; it's a crisis that demands attention. Violence in the workplace is not a rare occurrence for healthcare staff. It's a daily reality that can range from verbal abuse to phys
A tragic event unfolded at a landscape supply company in San Antonio, Texas. On a Saturday morning, a 21-year-old man took the lives of three of his co-workers before ending his own life. The incident occurred around 8 a. m. on the city's north side. Employees quickly fled the scene as gunshots rang
Nurses in public hospitals across Northern Ethiopia are facing a growing problem: workplace violence. This issue is not just a local concern but a global one, with healthcare workers, especially nurses, often finding themselves in harmful situations. A recent study set out to understand how common
In the world of healthcare, nurses are often the unsung heroes. They are the ones who spend the most time with patients, providing care and comfort. However, for racial and ethnic minority nurses, the job comes with extra challenges. These nurses often face a unique form of workplace violence known
In the midst of the COVID-19 pandemic, healthcare workers in the Republic of Moldova faced a silent battle. This battle was not against the virus itself, but against violence in the workplace. A recent investigation delved into the experiences of these frontline workers, both before and during the p
The Heim Pál National Institute of Pediatrics is a place where young lives are nurtured and cared for. However, behind its caring facade, a troubling issue has emerged. Violence in the workplace has become a significant concern. This is not just about occasional disagreements. It is about serious in
In Brazil, a significant number of workers face a silent battle. This battle is not against heavy machinery or long hours. Instead, it's a psychological war. The 2019 National Health Survey shed light on this issue. It focused on adults aged 18 to 69 who are employed. The survey aimed to understand
