Program To Make It Easier For First Responders To Gather Life-Saving Information During Medical Emergencies
Las Vegas Fire & Rescue Department Partnering With Vial Of Life Project
The Las Vegas Fire & Rescue Department is partnering with the Vial of Life Project to help citizens provide the 411 to first responders. The program provides free informational kits to residents to make it easier for emergency responders to gather important information about a person during a medical emergency when the patient is unable to communicate.
The kit allows for a person’s and a family’s medical information to be gathered together in one place so that in the event of an emergency, first responders can quickly access the information to ensure they are aware of a patient’s medical conditions and needs.
The kit includes a form to fill out, with instructions to add medical history, medications taken, insurance information and any other pertinent information, such as do not resuscitate or medical power of attorney orders. The kit is then placed on the refrigerator with a magnet. The kit also includes two stickers, one for the front door or front window to alert responders that there is a kit on the refrigerator, and the second goes on the kit itself.
Those interested in a free kit can get one by visiting https://cityoflasvegas.link/VialOfLifeKits or in Spanish here.
The kit reduces the chance of delay in getting the patient the critical care they need in an emergency. If responders have to search through drawers, purses or wallets to locate identification, insurance cards or medication, it is time that the patient does not get back.
Vial of Life is a 501(c)3 nonprofit; more information is available at www.vialoflife.com.
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