MedCity News December 6, 2023
Canopy has emerged from stealth as a startup focused on protecting healthcare staff from increasing levels of violence. The company’s product, called Canopy Protect, involves wearable monitors that healthcare staff can press when they feel threatened, as well as a system that allows a hospital to monitor all physical areas of the organization.
Violence against healthcare workers is not a new problem, but it’s one that’s getting more severe. The Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) estimates that nearly 75% of all workplace assaults take place in healthcare settings, and recent survey data shows that about two-thirds of healthcare employees have felt physically unsafe at their job.
Legislators are stepping in to address this pressing issue, given that fear...
Today's Sponsors
Today's Sponsor