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Modification to "Code 36" dispatch

DECEMBER 30 - In the spring, Dr Alcorta mandated that we use the Priority Dispatch Severe Respiratory Infection (SRI) Screening Tool on all Sick Person, Headache, Breathing Problems and Chest Pain calls. This decision had been made statewide in anticipation of H1N1 and we would alert EMS crews of a "Code 36" situation if there was a possibility their patient had flu like symptoms.



We called Dr Alcorta ... (Full Story & Photos)

Jim Kendall Benefit

DECEMBER 15 - -- From Jason Gullion:



Benefit dance for FF/EMT Jim Kendall a member of Darlington who lost his house and all contents due to a fire.
When: Fri Dec. 18
Time1900-2300
Where: Whiteford American Legion
Cost: $30/Ticket $50/Couple
Contact: Jason Gullion 443-617-5079
Angie Gullion 443-617-5090
Includes Beef, Steamed oysters, Beer ( all you can drink) will also be a cash bar... (Full Story)


Training FYI

DECEMBER 10 - One of our providers [in Howard County] ran into a situation where he used an Accu-chek Advantage glucometer (pretty much standard issue here) on a altered LOC patient. It gave him what turned out to be a false normal blood glucose level. The patient in addition to being diabetic was also on peritoneal dialysis. After the call he did some internet research and found that certain types of peritoneal ... (Full Story)


Billy Zepp Fund Raiser

NOVEMBER 13 - The Susquehanna Hose Company and Billy Zepp's Bike Club will be holding a Pit Beef and Car Wash on November 28th, 2009 at Company 5 House 1 (517 N Juniata Street). The event will run from 9am until 4pm, or until the beef sells out, and all proceeds will be donated to the Zepp Family. Please pass this on to anyone that may be interested, so we can raise as much money as possible.

~ Billy Lamana
... (Full Story)


FSH Hospital Ambulance Bay Temporary Closing

OCTOBER 21 - A message from Christina Hughes---

On Monday, October 26th, the ED ambo bay will be closed for approximately one hour between 0600-0700 so that a generator can be brought into the area. Please advise crews working that day.
Security will be directing traffic flow.

Thanks
Christina

Christina Hughes, RN,BSN,MS,NREMT-P
Emergency Preparedness Coordinator
EMS Liaison
Franklin Square ... (Full Story & Photos)

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