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Wow - hello, October! We remained fairly steady from August to September with only a slight decrease in calls. However, the weather will soon be rolling in so please stay safe on the roads and while recreating. Each month, we're sharing our stats from the previous month. If you follow along, you'll see how our call volume and type changes from season to season. Just a few notes: The information presented is this graphic based on incident dispatch call type. An incident is a count of each single unscheduled emergency event for which EC Paramedics assistance is requested. A response is a count of each time we responded to an incident. We hope you enjoy a more in-depth look into the activities of your Eagle County Paramedic Services. #monthlymetrics #monthlyMEDtrics

CellAED - ANOTHER GOOD NEWS STORY (I died at a funeral) The following is a great story that shows how important it is for witnesses to quickly identify a Sudden Cardiac Arrest (SCA) and take immediate action, including calling Emergency Services and commencing CPR, applying an AED ASAP all of which helps to 'buy the patient time' until the Paramedics arrive to stabilise the person's condition further. As a former Intensive Care Paramedic, (MICA), I can categorically advise that without immediate intervention very few people survive a SCA. Let’s all do our bit to ensure Emergency Services have someone to stabilise after you've initially saved a life with a CellAED. So, make sure you know CPR and of course I’d encourage you to purchase an AED for your home and workplace. #resuscitation #cardiacarrest #publicsafety #paramedics #firstresponders #firstaidtraining #cprtraining #schoolsafety #governmentadministration #miningsafety #workplacesafety For CellAED:  https://lnkd.in/g4fJzb-Z For CPR Training: https://lnkd.in/g6wExNnS

Augmented reality applied to medical emergencies! This tool can be useful in certain circumstances but it is definitely preferable to implement mandatory first aid training from an early age. #augmentedreality #AR #interactiondesign #emergency #innovation #futurism

Insights from an ambulance ride-along in England #3: These days, when you call 911 for a medical emergency, you may see a paramedic show up on an ambulance or on a fire engine. It hasn’t always been that way, and it’s definitely not that way in England where the “fire brigade” typically only responds to car accidents and other technical rescue type calls. Involving fire departments in EMS was once controversial and still isn’t accepted by everyone. The thought is … there are more fire stations than ambulance crews, therefore if firefighters have medical training, they can arrive first and initiate treatment when every minute counts. This has proven life-saving in the US, but it’s not cheap, which is why it’s not done everywhere. From a public perspective, most every person can remember seeing someone having a medical emergency, but when was the last time you saw a house fire? More than eighty percent (80%) of calls for many fire departments are medical-related. In the UK when someone calls 999 (their version of 911) they are often left waiting for hours for an ambulance to become available. It doesn’t mean America is running EMS the most efficient way, but I do think our fire departments’ involvement in EMS has proven valuable. Your thoughts? #paramedic #paramedics #ambulance #medicalemergency #emergencymedicine #emergencyresponse #firedepartment #fireindustry #firefighters

LifeSafety365 strongly emphasizes field⛑teams should have mobile Trauma First Aid Kits (tfak) in their work🚚vehicles and gang boxes, that are marked 🎯 so others know where the emergency response equipment is stored. https://lnkd.in/gye3Jpv3 #tourniqets #emergencyresponseequipment #beprepared365 #safetyfirst #emergencypreparedness #narescue

"Arm yourself with the knowledge and abilities to influence change. Let's keep in mind on World First Aid Day that extending a helping hand and a simple act of kindness can save lives." #WorldFirstAidDay #FirstAid #FirstResponders #SavingLives #EmergencyPreparedness #MedicalCare #medicalemergency

Manual #resuscitators are the perfect allies for the #ventilation of adults and children in #emergency situations or as equipment in #ambulances and #hospitals. https://pmsl.es/rq

Enhance Team Efficiency in Emergency Response with CPR Training Effective CPR can be the difference between life and death in emergency situations. The key to success? A well-trained team, proficient in coordinated CPR techniques. At Overwatch, we specialize in delivering comprehensive CPR training designed to improve team efficiency and confidence during critical moments. Training as a team not only sharpens individual skills but also enhances team dynamics, ensuring that when the time comes, everyone knows their role and can execute it flawlessly. Our programs are tailored to fit your team's unique needs, providing them with the knowledge and hands-on practice they need to make a real difference. Ready to elevate your team's emergency response capabilities? Join us at Overwatch for CPR training that saves lives. Contact Mark at [email protected] or call 353872291357. Let's empower your team to be the best first responders they can be. 🌟 #CPRTraining #EmergencyResponse #TeamEfficiency #OverwatchTraining #LifeSavingSkills

The maintenance of high-quality CPR throughout resuscitation at the scene of arrest, en route, and upon hospital arrival should be an integral component of efforts to optimize OHCA care, CPR in a moving ambulance is a particular challenge. it is quite difficult to administer CPR in a moving ambulance during transport. #ChainOfSurvival #CPR #BLS #AED #CardiacArrest #ОНСА #Paramedic #Prehospital

On World First Aid Day, let’s spare a thought for the First-Aid Tubes that are common around the household. They can be dangerous if not kept properly. Learn how to handle them safely. Together, let's prioritize health and safety #EPL #SustainablePackaging #LeadingThePackSustainably #WorldFirstAidDay #EPLPharma #DigitalFirstAid