What You Should Know About TBI
It’s a hard fact of biology. Severely damaged brain tissue doesn’t regenerate. So when it comes to traumatic brain injury (TBI), time is of the essence! It used to be thought that there was little to be done with TBI before the patient got to the hospital. Recent...
Code Green Offers Mental Health Support Resources
As an EMS worker, you see a lot. Some of it gets pretty horrific. Even though you focus on doing your job and become more accustomed to the work the longer you do it, you still feel the effects. They can get to you sometimes. Many first responders exhibit the results...
How is the EMS Field Changing in Response to Natural Disasters?
Floods, droughts, hurricanes, tornadoes, wildfires, and disease outbreaks appear to be increasing in number and intensity. First responders are more important than ever. Emergency medical service personnel, in particular, need to give it their all. When a natural...
What to Know about Calling 911
As an EMS worker, you’re usually on the receiving end of requests for emergency assistance. However, sooner or later, you will probably have to call 911 yourself. When it’s personal, you may find yourself in a distressed state, possibly unable to think...