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March 22, 2022

Introduction to the Flow-Safe II Disposable CPAP System

Continuous positive airway pressure (CPAP) is a great tool for airway management in pre-hospital settings. When a patient is unable to breathe, a CPAP system…

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March 14, 2022

Penn Care Celebrates 35 Years in Business

Our anniversary isn’t just about a celebration of our success. It’s a celebration of the trusted relationship we have built with our customers, dedicated staff,…

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March 4, 2026

The Keys to Safe Pediatric Patient Immobilization and Transport

Spinal immobilization is one of the most common procedures performed in a prehospital setting. In recent years, emergency medical services (EMS) personnel and patients have…

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March 4, 2026

The Modern Field Hospital for Mass Casualty Events

Military hospitals have existed since the Roman Empire, but the modern concept of a field hospital (i.e., a temporary structure serving as a mobile medical…

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October 11, 2024

The Importance of Oxygen Delivery Systems in a Mass Casualty Situation

In a mass casualty incident or significant chemical, biological, radiological, nuclear, or explosive event, the available oxygen supply may be depleted before healthcare providers can…

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April 26, 2022

Ambulance Maintenance: A Complete Checklist

Following your vehicle’s maintenance schedule as described in the owner’s manual is an essential part of keeping it running smoothly and safely. And, if that…

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April 1, 2022

Top Seven Essential Components of A Bleeding Control Kit

A bleeding control kit is a well-equipped collection of supplies that has been specifically customized for treating severe bleeding injuries. Bleeding control is a type…

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May 4, 2022

EMS Immobilization Options for Spinal Injury Patients

Trauma patients that present with potential spinal injuries deliver a unique set of challenges for emergency medical technicians (EMTs) and first responders when applying prehospital…

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March 15, 2022

What Field Triage Products Do You Need For Effective Mass Casualty Management?

Field triage is a critical aspect of a mass casualty event to determine the level of care each patient needs. Both medical directors and local…

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February 16, 2026

Meet Our Team: Mark DiBattiste

Mark DiBattiste serves as our Account Manager for EMS Supplies for the state of Pennsylvania. Prior to joining our team, he worked in sales within…

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April 21, 2022

Advanced Patient Monitoring: Philips Intellispace Corsium

In this era of instant communication, Philips is a leader in connecting facility- and hospital-based healthcare providers with emergency medical services (EMS) personnel out in…

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March 25, 2026

MERET EMS Bags: The First Responder’s Most Trusted Accessory

When seconds count, you have to work as fast as you can. For a first responder, a seconds-long delay can be the difference between life…

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