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NCE Smart Mount System: 360 Degrees of Freedom
October 13, 2021
Whether it’s inside an ambulance or in an emergency room, medical providers and first responders need their equipment and medical devices close at hand. It’s not just a matter of convenience, but a matter of life
Equipment for Disaster Response and Mass Fatality Management
October 3, 2021
Disaster preparedness isn’t an exact science; you can’t look into the future and see what’s coming. You can only utilize the information you have and make predictions based on it. You’ll have to make decisions based
A Look at Mobile Morgue Units: What are They?
September 26, 2021
A mobile morgue unit is simply a morgue that can be quickly deployed and set up in place of an official morgue facility. They are used when the influx of decedents is so great that regular
Meet Our Team: Jasmine Boykin
September 7, 2021
Jasmine Boykin joined our team in May of 2021 as our Customer Service Sales Support Agent for our EMS Supplies division. Her responsibilities include answering phones, assisting the medical sales representatives and their customers, collections, and
The Mounting System You Can Count On
August 22, 2021
Reliability is one of the most important factors concerning the performance of medical equipment. If first responders are to perform their job properly, every piece of their equipment must perform consistently. They can’t be expected to
Disaster Response: Mass Casualty vs. Mass Fatality Incidents
August 21, 2021
When the unthinkable occurs, it is crucial to have plans in place to minimize the effects of both mass casualty and mass fatality events. While these events may take place simultaneously, there are different considerations when
The Crucial Role of Portable Morgues in Mass Fatality Events
July 18, 2021
A mass fatality event occurs when the number of dead overwhelms the local healthcare system and morgue facilities. Whether the event is natural or man-made, a jurisdiction’s disaster preparedness plans should involve portable mobile morgues and
Philips HeartStart FR3: The Next Level Automated External Defibrillator
July 12, 2021
350,000 Americans die every year due to Sudden Cardiac Arrest. But, when first responders have the best equipment, every victim can have a fighting chance. Penn Care proudly offers the Philips HeartStart FR3, an automated external
Philips HeartStart FRx: The Toughest, Professional Grade Automated External Defibrillator
June 15, 2021
Sudden Cardiac Arrest (SCA) claims 350,000 American lives every year. When every second counts, our first responders need the most reliable equipment to do their job. Penn Care presents the Philips HeartStart FRx, a rugged
What are the Biggest Challenges for First Responders in a Mass Fatality Incident?
June 12, 2021
No specific manner of death or number of fatalities defines a mass fatality incident. According to the National Association of Medical Examiners, a mass fatality incident is defined as “any incident resulting in more decedents to
Preparing For Disaster Response With Portable Morgue Trailers
May 18, 2021
Preparation for a disaster or a mass fatality event doesn’t just involve administering health care or distributing food and water to people in need. It also means being ready to handle the influx of deceased victims
The Most Popular Home Defibrillator on the Market
May 15, 2021
If someone’s heart stopped, would you know what to do? An AED, paired with immediate CPR, can double a person’s chances of survival. Is your business or facility equipped to save lives? When every minute counts,
