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April 2008
Volume 7
Insights on Innovation
Safety Trends from FDIC 2008


The safety innovations unveiled at EMS Today in Baltimore covered a wide range of technologies and trends that directly carried into last weekend's FDIC. Included among the notable exhibits were a wealth of new, good-looking high-visibility apparel options.

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Product Roundup

EMS1 is focusing on news and information about Personal Protective Equipment in the month of April.

EMS1 will feature a new Product Category each month of 2008.
Interested in finding more information about PPE?

Visit these related Product Categories:

Footwear

Gloves

Rescue PPE

Uniforms
LaCrosse ThumbnailCheck out the latest LaCrosse PPE products in an exclusive interview at EMS Today.
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24-7 EMS: Bomb Blast Injuries
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WV EMS/FF Competition
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Products in the News
Study: Defibrillators underused in homes
A study concluding that home defibrillators didn't do much to improve the survival rate of cardiac-arrest victims could dampen hopes for the Seattle-area manufacturers trying to create a new market for the devices.

The top three AED makers — Philips Heartstart, Physio-Control, and Cardiac Science — could all potentially be affected ... Full Story

Also in the News:
N.J. rescuers equipped with mobile CO monitor

N.H. EMS requires new ambulance equipment for obese

Ky. paramedics get fully equipped mountain bikes

Featured Products
Adult CPR Safety Magnet
Safety Magnets
The SAM Splint
SAM Medical
ePro BioClock
eCore Software Inc.
Airway Management: Paramedic
Emergency Training Associates

AED Trainer 2
Laerdal®
Panasonic Toughbook 08 Docking Station
Gamber-Johnson
Exhaust Extraction System
MagneGrip™
StormForce Jackets
WaterShed

Featured Deals
Coloradocases.com Offers Best Prices on CPR Masks
CPR Microshield® and CPR Micromask® manufactured by MDI Microtek
The CPR Microshield® has become a standard with emergency response professionals. Specifically designed to set the standard in the industry, the CPR Micromask® features a positive, one-way, non-rebreathing valve complete with filter. Free CPR Microshield® with every $75 purchase! Learn More

FREE CPR Anytime Kit and $200 off HeartSine Samaritan PADs
Another great deal from CHIEF

CHIEF is proud to offer a deal on the HeartSine Samartan PAD's, one of the smallest AED systems available. Rugged and easy to use, the Samaritan PAD determines if shock or combo shock/CPR treatment is needed for sudden cardiac arrest victims. Call (888) 588-8569 or order online: http://www.chiefsupply.com/HSAEDBAS. Learn More
Exclusive Deal for EMS1 Members from EMS Solutions
Get a $20 discount on Turbo Medic 3.0
EMS Solutions would like to extend a special offer to EMS1.com members: $20 off EMS Solutions' Turbo Medic 3.0! Turbo Medic 3.0 is the all-in-one study and training resource for both paramedics and EMTs.Turbo Medic 3.0 features: basic to advanced textbooks, an EKG mini-course, exclusive audio and video and much more. Learn More
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Our free trial gives you access to one of our high-quality courses, "Case Study: GSW To Chest." This is a real course, not a demo! After passing the exam, you can print out your certificate of completion at any time. To subscribe, just contact us by email, telephone, fax, or by mail. We accept credit cards, checks and money orders. Learn More

Product Notes
Stryker EMS introduces a new footrest for the Stair-PRO Stair Chair. The new footrest supports the patient’s feet and can be ordered as an option with new stair chairs, or is easily retrofitted to Stair-PRO models already in service. For more information contact your local Stryker EMS Territory Manager! www.ems.stryker.com ... Learn More

The Shield Insurance knows as a professional police officer, firefighter or EMT, you don't just turn your skills off when you go home. So, why shouldn't you benefit from the fact that you have a resident expert in your home — you. Well, now you can. Exclusively for first responders, The Shield Insurance rewards your unique knowledge with special discounts on outstanding coverage for your home and automobiles ... Learn More

TeleStaff is a scheduling and notification solution that manages staffing the roster; notifies personnel of work or emergencies via phone, pager or e-mail; allocates overtime fairly; provides extensive administrative reports; allows employees access to a personal calendar via a self-serve feature; and interfaces with third-party payroll, RMS, CAD and time and attendance systems. TeleStaff is used by more than 450 agencies, reducing costs and improving productivity ... Learn More

Product News
LaCrosse Met Maltese II Takes Market on Best USAR and Wildland Boot
[LaCrosse Footwear]

Graham Medical Helps Florida Paramedics with Heftier Patients
[Graham Medical]

Waubridge Specialty Fabrics’ Kovenex® Achieves Multiple UL Certifications in Accordance with NFPA 1971-2007 Standards
[Kovenex®]

New EMS1 Sponsors EMS1.com's Excellence in EMS Contest

--> Kovenex® - Anywhere fire threatens to destroy property, lives, or dreams Kovenex has you covered. Kovenex is a patented high tech fabric that will not burn, blocks extreme heat and that provides a chance for safe rescue or escape.

--> ThinkSharp Inc. - The Sacco Triage Method is an evidence based triage system. Using a physiological score to predict survival, patients are triaged based on expected outcome based on timing and availability of resources.
EMS1 invites EMS providers from across the nation to submit a short original piece throughout the month of April. Submissions can include short stories, tributes, or essays that exemplify this year’s EMS Week theme, “EMS: Your Life is Our Mission.”

A panel of industry judges will pick the best stories and an exclusive EMS1.com feature will be written about the winner, who will also receive an award and a $200 gift card.
--> For more information or to submit a story, visit www.ems1.com/excellence

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