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Hospital worker assaults in New Zealand rose 30% over two years, reaching 7,777 incidents by June 2025, due to overcrowding, long waits, and mental health crises, prompting new security measures and training.
Assaults on hospital workers in New Zealand rose 30% over two years, with 7,777 incidents reported by June 2025, driven by long wait times, overcrowding, and untreated mental health issues.
Many incidents go unreported due to staff workload and stress.
Health NZ responded with $31 million in security funding, 44 new officers, and 20,000 hours of violence-reduction training.
Facility redesigns, alarm systems, and improved patient flow are being explored, especially on weekends.
While de-escalation remains key, enhanced security powers would require new laws.
The number of workers taking time off after assaults increased to 393.
Health NZ continues working with unions to address systemic pressures and improve safety.
Los asaltos a trabajadores hospitalarios en Nueva Zelanda aumentaron un 30% en dos años, llegando a 7.777 incidentes en junio de 2025, debido al hacinamiento, las largas esperas y las crisis de salud mental, lo que provocó nuevas medidas de seguridad y capacitación.