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The Boston Globe
Safeguarding health workers
Workplace violence against healthcare workers in Massachusetts is a significant issue, with incidents occurring every 36 minutes. Nearly 70% of nurses report experiencing assaults, leading to physical and psychological harm that impacts staff retention and patient care. A proposed legislative bill aims to establish safety protocols, increase reporting, and criminalize assaults on healthcare workers; it has passed the House and awaits a Senate vote before the session ends.
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