In a decisive move to ensure calm in medical facilities, the SNS and National Police coordinate joint actions aimed at bolstering hospital security. The executive director of the National Health Service, Dr. Julio Landrón, and the director of the National Police, Major General Andrés Modesto Cruz Cruz, held a crucial meeting where they established a joint work agenda. The initiative seeks for the SNS and National Police coordinate effective measures to protect the Public Health Network nationwide, responding to the growing need for order in medical settings.
Critical Background of Hospital Violence
The urgency for the SNS and National Police coordinate these defenses stems from alarming data: in 2023, lack of security placed doctors and patients at serious risk. Historically, the House of Representatives has managed a legislative piece to curb violence, proposing penalties of up to seven years in prison for those who assault health personnel. The SNS and National Police coordinate now an immediate operational response, complementing the previous plan that incorporated 1,419 guards in 2024.
Immediate Impact: SNS and National Police Coordinate Results
The central goal is for the SNS and National Police coordinate a safe environment through the Hospital Security Index (HSI). This methodology allows listing priority actions and assigning responsibilities to health personnel. Additionally, next month, the SNS will add around 50 new collaborators to the Security team of various hospitals in Santo Domingo, reinforcing the idea that the SNS and National Police coordinate a calmer future.
Strategic Training and Prevention
The SNS has trained staff on critical security aspects and emergency response. Colonel José Herida, head of Hospital Security, indicated that the measure aims to guarantee the physical integrity of patients and staff. It is essential that the SNS and National Police coordinate continuous efforts to maintain peace in hospitals, ensuring that prevention and care are essential pillars.
In conclusion, the collaboration between both institutions demonstrates that the SNS and National Police coordinate the foundation for robust and effective hospital security in the Dominican Republic.
