Of all workplace assaults that occur in the US annually, more than 70% of the cases happen in medical facilities. This number is only the tip of the iceberg as more than half of these violent incidents go unreported. Healthcare workers understand the psychological effects that poor health has on individuals. Irritability, anxiety, and at
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Three First Aid Skills You Need to Know in An Active Violence Emergency
The average Emergency Medical Services response time is 7 minutes, while the average time for law enforcement officers to arrive at the scene after a 911 call is 22 minutes. Factors such as distance, traffic, weather, and other emergencies influence how quickly trained professionals can get to where their callers are. In the event of
Rising Crime in the US
In 2021 alone, there were over 693 cases of mass shootings. Compared to 5 years ago, the numbers have almost tripled. Everyday, more than 300 Americans are shot. From around 600 children affected by gun violence in 2014 to 733 victims in 2017, the figures have risen to up to 999 children killed or injured