Violence against health care workers is on the rise, making it more difficult for them to provide quality, uninterrupted care to you. Despite being among the most cherished and trusted occupations in America, nurses and health care workers are highly vulnerable to...
Last year, Healthy Me PA let you know about the introduction of the Safety From Violence for Healthcare Employees (SAVE) Act, which would make it a federal crime to assault or intimidate hospital employees and provide $25 million in grant funding to reduce violence...
The end of the year gives us an opportunity to look back on all the things we achieved this year. And you did a lot for Pennsylvania patients and health care workers. Just take a look at all the successes you had a hand in: You cut health insurance red...
Federal legislation introduced in 2022 would take important steps to protect the safety of hospital and health care workers across Pennsylvania and nationwide — ultimately leading to better care for patients. The Safety From Violence for Healthcare Employees (SAVE)...
Flatten the curve. It’s a phrase heard again and again on the news and social media since COVID-19 made headlines, but it’s much more than a rally cry or trending hashtag. It’s a behavior—one that we as a society can contribute to—that directly impacts the spread of...