Hospital workers are at high risk for experiencing workplace violence. These healthcare workers treat patients who are delirious, suffering from mental illnesses or who are under the influence of drugs. Workplace violence in healthcare has become a widespread problem. According to the Government Accountability Office (GAO), acts of workplace violence are higher in healthcare than other industries. In fact, workers in hospitals, nursing homes and residential care suffered work

Hospital staff have a heightened risk of succumbing to musculoskeletal injuries, developing workplace stress and being exposed to pathogens. Some of these workers can develop physical or mental health conditions that make returning to work impossible. Fortunately, hospital injuries are preventable. Organizations like the Center for Work, Health and Wellbeing (CWHW) at Harvard University are looking for ways to reduce workplace injuries among hospital workers. Can These Harvar