Healthcare Workers in Massachusetts Fight for Safety
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Healthcare workers in Massachusetts are grappling with a surge in violence from patients, with attacks ranging from punches and threats to serious injuries. The problem has escalated since the COVID pandemic, with officials estimating a healthcare worker gets assaulted every thirty-six minutes. Workers feel unsupported and scared, often continuing to treat their attackers due to legal limitations. A bill to make assaults on healthcare workers felonies is pending in the Massachusetts Senate, aiming to protect workers and hold hospitals accountable.
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