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Patient Attacks Psychiatrist at Be'er Sheva Mental Health Clinic

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Doctor Attacked by Patient at Mental Health Clinic in Beit She'an

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A doctor was attacked and injured by a patient at a Clalit mental health clinic in Beit She'an on Wednesday. The doctor activated a distress button, and staff subdued the attacker, who was later arrested. The doctor was hospitalized and released. Clalit condemned the violence and highlighted its security measures.

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  • A doctor was attacked and injured by a patient at a Clalit mental health clinic in Beit She'an.
  • The doctor managed to activate a distress button, leading to the attacker's apprehension by staff.
  • The assailant was arrested following the incident.
  • The injured doctor received hospital treatment and was subsequently released.
  • Clalit Health Services condemned the violence and affirmed its commitment to staff safety.
Doctor Attacked by Patient at Mental Health Clinic in Beit She'an
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A doctor was assaulted and injured by a patient at a Clalit Health Services mental health clinic in Beit She'an on Wednesday morning. The patient allegedly attempted to strangle the doctor during the attack. Despite the assault, the doctor managed to activate a distress button, summoning other staff members who subdued the attacker. The injured doctor was taken to the hospital for treatment and later released. A suspect has been arrested in connection with the incident.

Clalit Health Services issued a statement condemning the violence, emphasizing their zero-tolerance policy towards aggression against medical staff. The organization detailed various security measures in place, including distress buttons, security officers, and patrols, to ensure the safety of their employees.

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