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Christmas Coronary Conundrum
The season of joy can also be a season of cardiac risk. Keeping a few things in mind and doing a few simple things can greatly reduce your risk of a Christmas coronary. Take the time to really distress. Don’t complicate the season with too much busyness or bustle. Reduce your blood pressure and stress…
Happy Thanksgiving
From our EMS Family to yours… Have a happy, safe, and family filled Thanksgiving!
Water Ambulance in Service
San Juan County Sheriff’s boat P/V Guardian has been recognized by the State of Washington as a licensed ambulance, following a three year process of fundraising, planning, modification, and training.
“For many years to come, this multipurpose, dual hull twin-engine catamaran will serve and augment the emergency medical transport and water rescue needs of all of San Juan County through its upgraded capability,” said EMS Chief Jim Cole. “The P/V Guardian now gives us the ability to transport San Juan County residents from their home island with a certified ambulance when airborne transport is impractical.”…
First in Patient Satisfaction
San Juan Island EMS (SJIEMS) has garnered a very special distinction. For over a year, SJIEMS has been the #1 agency for patient satisfaction as ranked in a national patient satisfaction survey from the EMS Survey Team. On this last quarterly report, SJIEMS was ranked #1 in EVERY area on the survey except for one!…
H1N1 Flu Facts
The ten most important facts about the Swine Flu that you need to know…
AED Boat Flags
The San Juan Island Yacht Club had a cruise last weekend to Sucia Island. A highpoint was a presentation by Fleet Surgeon Steve Enright regarding how boaters can minimize medical emergencies in remote waters. He discussed the following…
San Juan Responder!
San Juan Island EMS offers a new quarterly newsletter for our community called the San Juan Responder! Everyone is encouraged to download and read the newsletter which is available electronically by clicking on this link. Each edition will inform you about operations and personnel, including any news and information that can be helpful. Download it now.
Drive Now Talk Later
Do you want to spread the news about not talking on your cell phone while driving?
Become a Facebook fan of EMS!
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International Association of EMS Chiefs
The International Association of Emergency Medical Service Chiefs (IAEMSC) will be hosting the first annual EMS Leadership Summit from September 25 through September 29 of 2009 in Washington, DC.
Wilderness First Aid Courses Conducted on Johns and Orcas Islands
Two separate Wilderness First Aid courses were conducted this week certifying 36 people in remote first aid. Community participants, and staff and counselors from Camp Nor’wester…
CPR on Your iPhone
Do you have an iPhone? Want a free app to teach yourself about CPR? If so, click here.