Indiana hospitals combat workplace violence in health care 

Health care workers are five times more likely to experience workplace violence injuries than workers in other industries, according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.

On June 6, the Indiana Hospital Association (IHA) and Gov. Mike Braun recognized Hospitals Against Violence Day, bringing attention to a troubling trend that endangers both caregivers and the quality of patient care.

Hospitals Against Violence Day was launched nationally in 2016 to combat the rising incidents of violence in health care settings. In his proclamation, Braun emphasized the broad consequences of such violence, which impacts not only health care professionals but also patients and the overall system.

“Caregivers dedicate their lives to healing others and deserve a workplace where they feel safe and secure