Education and Training
Airlife, 2025 Broselow Tape Recall
The impacted AirLife-branded Broselow Rainbow Tape is distributed in product codes 7700REA and AE-4800. The “AirLife brand, 2025 Edition, and 36-23446 Rev 2 Print Version” Broselow Rainbow Tape has been manufactured with incorrect information on the tape. Prior versions of the Broselow Rainbow Tape are not impacted.
Please see the attached notice from AirLife here for more details.
Measles Guidance for First Responders
With measles cases on the rise in Montana, it is crucial to guide first responders on measles prevention. Please review the information below, along with the attached documents: Measles Stop Sign, Measles HC Exposure Checklist, Measles Infection Control and Prevention, and Infection Control for Measles. The DPHHS Infection Control and Prevention Section has provided this information. Please share this information with your agency staff.
Some friendly reminders for EMS personnel:
- At a minimum, a fit-tested N95 should be worn when providing care to someone with suspected or confirmed measles.
- The back of the ambulance is considered a shared airspace, according to the CDC. This area should not be used for 2 hours after transporting a patient with suspected or confirmed measles; proper cleaning and disinfection should occur after 2 hours to allow for adequate air exchange.
- Any area where a suspect or confirmed case of measles is present within a healthcare facility (except an AIIR) could be considered an exposure area; communication with the facility will allow for proper triage and transport of the patient.
- There may be times when local or state public health officials will reach out to gather additional information to better understand potential exposures.
For additional resources, please visit www.dphhs.mt.gov/publichealth.
Governor Gianforte has signed HB 586, which generally revises the child safety restraint law
HB 586 brings Montana’s child passenger safety law up to best practice standards, protecting Montana children by ensuring they ride in the safest seats possible, up through age eight. Proper use of child restraints is crucial for minimizing injury or death in the event of a crash.
Here is a summary of the bill: https://bills.legmt.gov/#/laws/bill/2/LC4324?opentab=sum [bills.legmt.gov].
Upcoming Meetings & Conferences
The EMSC Advisory Committee oversees the MT EMSC program, which focuses on enhancing pediatric readiness in emergency departments and EMS/Fire agencies throughout Montana.
Featured June Topics:
- Logan Health Child Life Specialist
- Presenter: Amy Rohyans Stewart, MS, CCLS, RWWP, Child Life Specialist and Supervisor
- The IHS-EMSC Program Collaboration
- Presenter: Lanette Perkins, RN, EMSC Cultural Liaison
In the News
#42 - A Survivor's Journey from Near Death to First Responder
Guest Chris Desborough shares with us how his protective gear undoubtedly saved his life on a July afternoon while he was riding his motorcycle. Chris shares his journey from survivor to first responder and the desire to give back to those who once came to his rescue. We also discuss the importance of highway safety and the protection of first responders at the scene of an emergency.
Talking Health in the 406 is available wherever you listen to your podcasts. Rate, review, and subscribe on your preferred platform.
If you have a topic you'd like to hear about or a story to share with us, please contact us at Talkinghealthinthe406@mt.gov.
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