RENO – The Regional Emergency Medical Services Authority (REMSA) will host a free bleeding control class, Stop the Bleed, at Kindred at Home on Saturday, May 5 from 1-4 p.m. Open to the community, the Bleeding Control for the Injured (B-Con) course educates community members on how to perform immediate and basic lifesaving interventions prior to receiving definitive medical … [Read more...]
REMSA Community Advisor | Hypothermia and Frost Bite Safety
During the cold winter months, hypothermia and frostbite are always possible, and need to be considered serious health threats – especially with senior citizens and small children. To protect yourself and loved ones, it is important to understand hypothermia and frost bite, and how to prevent them. Hypothermia and its main symptoms Hypothermia occurs when the body … [Read more...]
REMSA Hosts Free Community Outreach Program: Point of Impact
(Reno, Nev.) – The Regional Emergency Medical Services Authority (REMSA) is offering free car seat installation and inspection check points as part of its Point of Impact community outreach program throughout 2018. 2018 Schedule: Saturday, January 20 10 a.m. Babies R Us, 4869 Kietzke Lane, Reno Saturday, February 24 10 a.m. Northern Nevada Medical Group, 5070 Ion … [Read more...]
REMSA Community Advisor – Falling on Ice
With wet, snowy and cold weather conditions, it is important to be aware that ice may be present under your feet. This ice can be invisible to the eye and very dangerous. REMSA would like the share the following tips on how to stay safe this winter and to avoid ice-related injuries. Seven quick tips to avoid falling on ice: 1. Wear boots or overshoes with good treads. Slick … [Read more...]
REMSA Community Advisor | Fun in the Snow
Often times an afternoon of fun in the snow can lead to careless injuries. By taking the right safety steps, these injuries can be prevented. In particular, sledding causes a high percentage of snow play injuries. REMSA would like to offer some safety tips to keep playing in the snow safe. Tips for Playing in the Snow: Check the weather report and heed precautions and … [Read more...]
REMSA Announces New Chief Operating Officers
RENO, Nev. – REMSA, the Regional Emergency Medical Services Authority, announced the promotion of JW Hodge to Chief Operating Officer of Healthcare Services and Brenda Staffan to Chief Operating Officer of Integrated Services this week. “We consistently strive to strengthen our organization through leaders committed to providing innovative care to our patients, supporting … [Read more...]
REMSA Hosts Free Community Outreach Program: Point of Impact
What: Point of Impact – a car seat inspection and installation program REMSA offer for the community. When: Saturday, August 19 at 9 a.m. Where: The Children’s Cabinet, 1090 S Rock Blvd., Reno Details: This outreach program encourages parents to check the car seat to make sure it has all its parts, labels and instructions and it should never have been involved in a … [Read more...]
REMSA Hosts Free Community Car Seat Safety Check Point
What: A FREE car seat installation and inspection check point offered by REMSA’s Point of Impact community outreach program. When: Saturday, July 22 at 9 a.m. Where: Northern Nevada Medical Group, 5070 Ion Drive, Sparks Details: REMSA’s Point of Impact program encourages parents to ensure their car seats are properly installed. A properly installed car … [Read more...]
REMSA Trains and Graduates 17 Paramedics
Reno – The Regional Emergency Medical Services Authority (REMSA) Center for Prehospital Education is pleased to announce that 17 students successfully completed the organization’s 14-month paramedic program. The program builds on the existing knowledge and skills of an emergency medical technician (EMT) or an advanced emergency medical technician (AEMT). To complete the … [Read more...]
Care Flight Awards Wings and Pins to Medical and Aviation Professionals
Reno– On Friday, December 9, 2016, Care Flight, the region’s non-profit, critical care air transport service hosted its semi-annual Wings, Pins and Awards ceremony. The awards were presented by Dean Dow, REMSA/Care Flight president and CEO; Ron Walter, Care Flight Executive Director; and Care Flight managers, Markus Dorsey-Hirt, Matt Brown and Temple Fletcher who was also … [Read more...]
REMSA COMMUNITY ADVISOR: Toy Safety Tips During the Holidays
Children all over are making their holiday wish lists. It’s important to choose toys that are safe and appropriate for your child’s age and skill level. REMSA shares the following tips to help you choose appropriate toys this holiday season and throughout the year: • Select toys to suit the age, abilities, skills, and interest level of the intended child. Toys that are too … [Read more...]
REMSA – Care Flight COMMUNITY ADVISOR: Trick or Treating Safety
Trick or Treating is a great adventure every year for children. Here are some tips on how to make this Halloween fun and safe! Trick or Treating Safety Tips: • Older children should go out during daylight hours only unless accompanied by a responsible adult. • Plan a safe route so parents know where their older kids will be at all times. Set a time for their return home. … [Read more...]
REMSA Community Advisor: Halloween Costume Safety
The question is starting to be asked in homes everywhere: "What will I be for Halloween this year? A clown, a pirate, a princess?” As usual, parents will be lured by excited children to the stores to shop for the latest and greatest in Halloween costumes or will opt to make their own. In either case, REMSA would like to remind parents of some costume tips to help make your … [Read more...]
REMSA / Care Flight Community Advisor: Home Maintenance Safety
Taking on home improvement projects can be fun and cost-effective. However, being handy around the home can lead to serious injuries if you don’t take appropriate safety precautions. REMSA – Care Flight would like to remind people of proper safety measures that can protect you and your loved ones from injuries related to home improvement projects: • Keep a stocked first aid … [Read more...]
Remsa- Care Flight and Safe Kids Washoe County Celebrate Walk Your Child to School Day
In honor of International Walk Your Child To School Day on Wednesday, Oct. 5, REMSA and Safe Kids Washoe County would like to remind people about the growing concern of pedestrian safety. Walking is great exercise and you can go almost anywhere on your own two feet. However, walking can also be dangerous. Children age five to nine are at the greatest risk of traffic-related … [Read more...]
REMSA Community Advisor: Properly Manage Your Medications
The correct medication at the correct dosage has the ability to make a sick person healthy. However, the wrong medication, or the wrong dosage also has the ability to make a healthy person sick or the sick even sicker. REMSA would like to share the importance of carefully reading and reviewing medication instructions to avoid any misuses that can cause harm to an … [Read more...]
Leading Regional Healthcare Leaders Partner to Continue Programs That Provide Critical Services to Populations in Need
EMBARGOED UNTIL SEPTEMBER 12, 2016 AT 11 A.M. REMSA Contact: Alexia Bratiotis, KPS3, 775-750-7890, alexia@kps3.com Renown Health Contact: Stacey Sunday, Renown Health, 775-691-7308, news@renown.org Reno —Renown Health and the Regional Emergency Medical Services Authority (REMSA) have announced an innovative new alliance to improve the overall health of the region through a … [Read more...]
REMSA COMMUNITY ADVISOR Childhood Sports Safety
Participating in athletics can be an exciting, rewarding and important part of a child’s development. As children head back to school and fall sports get started, REMSA would like to remind you about some safety tips to keep your young athletes performing and feeling strong and healthy throughout the season. Preventing Injuries • Enroll your child in organized sports … [Read more...]
Family Safety Preparedness Tips from REMSA
REMSA COMMUNITY ADVISOR Family Safety Preparedness Safety is always a top priority for families. However, families often do not have a safety plan and are ill prepared for possible emergencies. REMSA would like to remind families about what can be done to be better prepared. Four Steps to Safety 1. Find Out What Could Happen to You • Contact your local emergency … [Read more...]
REMSA Reminders for Yard Work Safety
REMSA COMMUNITY ADVISOR Yard Work Safety Each year, more than 230,000 people are treated in hospital emergency rooms for injuries relating to various lawn and garden tools while working in yards and gardens. Of that number, about 75 people are killed and about 20,000 are injured on or near riding lawnmowers and garden tractors. And one out of every five deaths involves a … [Read more...]
