Public Safety Bicycle Training Westport Emergency Medical Services this weekend hosted police/EMS bike certification training. Today’s session was held at Compo Beach while Saturday’s was at the Imperial Avenue parking lot. It was held under the auspices of International Police Mountain Biking Association, according to Westport EMS paramedic Marc Hartog. He said the four-day training…
Think Safety First – Winter Sports Safety Tips: The outdoor winter sports season is in full swing, and Stratford EMS would like to remind people about winter sports safety tips.
STRATFORD VOLUNTEER EMS ASSOCIATION (SVEMSA) Despite 20 years of dire warning about the imminent collapse of volunteerism in EMS, volunteers are approaching the 90 year mark as the foundation of America’s Emergency Medical Services. Over 60% of EMS providers are volunteer, and volunteers respond to anywhere from 10-90% of 911 calls in rural areas across…
Think ‘FAST’ to deal with strokes – Strokes can happen at any age, but approximately 25% of strokes occur in people under 65 years of age. When you see these — act F.A.S.T.
Heart Health – During a 911 call for a heart attack. What to Expect During a 911 call for a heart attack.
Heart Health – Heart Attack Symptoms. Stratford EMS wants you to think Safety First. Know your heart attack signs and symptoms. If you suspect you’re having a heart attack, call 911 immediately.
Heart Health – Avoiding Heart Attacks: 7 Tips for avoiding/preventing heart attacks
Seasons change and so do the safety hazards. Summertime is so much fun for families, especially in a beach town like Stratford. Think “Safety First” to ensure your family has a wonderful time this summer.
Town of Stratford Designated as a HEARTSafe Community by the Connecticut Department of Public Health. To learn more visit www.stratfordems.org
Stratford EMS expanding to North End CT Post | By:Brittany Lyte, Staff Writer Published 11:21 pm, Sunday, November 20, 2011 STRATFORD — On weekdays, North End residents in need of an ambulance won’t have to wait as long for its arrival. Stratford Emergency Medical Services on Tuesday started stationing an ambulance at the Oronoque Fire House on…