PUBLIC INFORMATION & EDUCATION

PROGRAMS OFFERED BY THE NEW CASTLE COUNTY PARAMEDICS

Community EMS Orientation

Are you looking for a program speaker to explain the community emergency medical services system? Do you have a group of kids that would like to tour an emergency vehicle? Planning a community event and would like a paramedic unit to visit? New Castle County EMScan provide speakers and presentations on many aspects of the emergency medical services system. Call us at 302-395-8184 or e-mail to request a speaker or paramedic unit visit.

Paramedic Assist Program

This program is generally aimed at industrial first responder and basic life support provider groups, including basic life support ambulance crews. Participants are provided an opportunity to become familiar with paramedic equipment and procedures. The presentation emphasizes how the provider can successfully interact with paramedic personnel during an emergency medical response and promotes working as a team. This program is approved for continuing education credits by the Delaware Office of Emergency Medical Services.   Call us at 302-395-8184 or e-mail to request a Paramedic Assist presentation for your group.

Vial of Life

Will vital emergency medical information be available in your time of need?

The Vial of Life program is offered to those residents that suffer from medical disease and take medications on a daily basis. A form is provided for the participant to list their medical history, medications taken on a daily basis, and any medication or other significant allergies. Other information can include the family doctor, cardiologist, or other specialist and preferred hospital. The form is placed in a small medication sized container labeled "Vial of Life" and is stored in the refrigerator. A magnetic card is provided to attach to the outside of the refrigerator to indicate that the vial is inside. Although the vial does not require refrigeration, this location was chosen as it is a nearly universal appliance within the home.

Contact the Emergency Medical Services Division at (302) 395-8184 to obtain a Vial of Life kit.