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Healthcare Security Weekly, July 2, 2007
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A hospital official told the Associated Press that the 64-year-old retiree, who had a handgun stuffed into his waistband, was upset at a doctor. The man was ushered into an exam room by a receptionist and another employee called 911. The physician's office and the surrounding area were evacuated of employees and patients, and others were ordered to stay in their rooms. The man was taken into custody by police and charged with breaching the peace, according to reports.
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