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BE FAST WNY CME Opportunity – Accelerating Stroke Awareness for EMS – April

By Zachary PolvinoAlerts, CME Opportunity

The Western New York Regional EMS Committee is presenting BE FAST WNY: Accelerating Stroke Awareness for EMS

East Seneca Fire Company is hosting a CME opportunity on April 7 from 7 to 9 pm at East Seneca Fire Company (100 Lein Rd. West Seneca, NY)

Topics include:

Neuroanatomy
Two main categories of stroke
Subcategories within stroke & treatment pathways
BEFAST & FAST – ED education
Stroke imaging
Stroke centers & capabilities for destination decisions
Signs & Symptoms of a Stroke

RSVP to Emily James at erowles@chsbuffalo.or or 716-812-4275

Dinner will be provided, and CME Hours provided!

Click here for the Stroke Education Flyer!

March 10, 2025

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2025 SEMSCO Safety Subcommittee All Hazards Survey

By Zachary PolvinoAlerts, Announcement

Over the past several years, we know our regions have experienced some severe weather conditions such as blizzards and snow storms, extreme cold, damaging winds, tornados, and flooding. Across New York State, many other regions have faced similar conditions.

The Safety Subcommittee of the SEMSCO is working to develop a best practices document designed to guide agencies in preparing for unexpected events such as severe weather incidents that may impact the agency’s ability to staff and respond to calls. 

One of the first steps in developing this document is to assess the current readiness of agencies for such situations.  We would appreciate your help by answering these survey questions. 

Thank you, and stay safe!

The Survey link can be found here: https://apps.health.ny.gov/pubpal/builder/survey/all-hazards-survey

February 28, 2025

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EMS Agency’s Backboards and Other Equipment at ECMC

By Zachary PolvinoAlerts, Announcement

From the ECMC Emergency Dept Staff:

There are currently two rooms full of backboards and other equipment from assorted agencies in WNY (both in the new ED room and the old ED storage room) at ECMC.

Anything that isn’t picked up by March 1st will be disposed of.

Thank you for your cooperation.

February 12, 2025

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Trauma Talk Newsletter

By Zachary PolvinoAlerts

Please see the Trauma Talk Newsletter from ECMC.

Click here for the Newsletter

January 31, 2025

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AED Contest and Bills Playoff Tickets!

By Zachary PolvinoAlerts

Save lives and win Bills playoff tickets! Join the Cardiac Crusade in registering automated external defibrillators (AEDs) throughout Western NY. AEDs are vital life-saving devices during a cardiac arrest. The person who registers the most AEDs in Western NY from Jan 13 – 17, 2025 at 11:59 PM will win two Bud Light Club tickets to Sunday’s game vs the Ravens (1/19/25, 6:30 pm). The winner will be announced on 1/18/25 at 12:00 PM.

Become an AED verifier here: Become an AED Location Identifier and Verifier | The Learning.

Click here for more information!

January 13, 2025

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Street Closing Around Oishei – Tuesday, December 3

By Zachary PolvinoAlerts

On Tuesday, December 3^rd, 2024, Kaleida Health Public Safety and Emergency Management will close a portion of Ellicott Street for a tree-lighting ceremony and horse-drawn hay rides for patients of Oishei Children’s Hospital. The road will be closed from approximately 1600 to 1800.

Click here for the map showing the section that will be closed from High Street to East North Street.

Please share this information with your crews.

December 2, 2024

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Trauma Talk November 2024 – Please share

By Rob McCartinAlerts

Greetings Everyone,

Please see the attached November issue of Trauma Talk from ECMC.

http://ubmdems.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/11/Trauma-Talk-Newsletter-Nov-2024.pdf

November 18, 2024

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Crash Responder Safety Week: November 18-22

By Zachary PolvinoAlerts

The following is from EMS.gov, the Office of Emergency Medical Services at the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration about the upcoming Crash Responder Week, from Nov 18-22. As responders, our agencies respond daily to motor vehicle collisions, medical calls, and other incidents along roadways and highways. This campaign encourages agencies to take part and build awareness amongst the public about safety for all responders (Police, Fire, EMS, Towing) along the roadways. Below are links to webinars, outreach materials, and a Traffic Incident Management self-assessment.

Crash Responder Safety Week: November 18-22

Take Part in Awareness-Building Programs to Protect
Public Safety and Traffic Incident Responders

Crash Responder Safety Week (CRSW) is an annual effort to raise public awareness of the dangers that roadway responders face as they restore safe travel after a traffic incident. This year’s theme, “Responders Ahead! Reduce Your Speed As You Proceed,” reminds drivers to keep law enforcement, fire-rescue, EMS, public works, transportation, towing, and others responding to crashes safe from harm.

CRSW National Kickoff Webinar

The National Kickoff Webinar for CRSW, will begin with a message from the FHWA Acting Administrator, Kristin White. The webinar also features resources you and your organization can use to promote CRSW as well as information on how responder safety is being improved across multiple fronts. The Federal Highway Administration (FHWA) Traffic Incident Management (TIM) Program host this free webinar taking place on November 18, 2024, at 1 p.m. ET. EMS and 911 stakeholders are encouraged to attend and sign the National CRSW Proclamation during the live webinar to show their support.

Register for the Webinar

CRSW Ally in Action Program

Through the CRSW Ally in Action Program, the FHWA TIM Program invites 911 and EMS stakeholders to share how they are promoting safe practices among all road users, including incident responders, during CRSW. Simply add your organization’s name and logo to become a CRSW Ally in Action or do more by uploading your CRSW outreach materials as inspiration for others.

Share your organization’s efforts here

The Traffic Incident Management Self-Assessment

In recognition of Crash Responder Safety Week, FHWA invites state and local transportation, public safety and private sector partners to participate in the Traffic Incident Management Self-Assessment. This tool helps agencies evaluate existing TIM programs to identify strengths and opportunities for improvement.

Take the self-assessment here

For more information on CRSW, including customizable materials available for daily themes, visit transportationops.org/TIM/CRSW.

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November 12, 2024

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Reminder: Sign Up for Upcoming Pulsara Informational Meeting

By Zachary PolvinoAlerts, Events

REMINDER!

Don’t forget to sign up for the upcoming Pulsara Informational Meeting on December 3 at Newton Abbott Fire Company. Dinner will be provided!

Representatives from Pulsara will be in attendance to answer any questions you may have and to review Pulsara platform usage.

When: Tuesday, December 3, 2024 at 1900 (7 PM)

Where: Newton Abbott Fire Company – 3426 Abbott Rd. Orchard Park, NY 14127

To register please email or call Emily James (Rowles) at erowles@chsbuffalo.org or 716-812-4275 – You must register to attend so that an accurate count is provided for dinner!

CLICK HERE FOR THE MEETING FLYER!

November 12, 2024

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Job Opportunity at Catholic Health

By Rob McCartinAlerts, EMS Jobs

Greetings Everyone,

A message from our Catholic Health Partner

The Catholic Health System currently has openings for our Mercy Hospital of Buffalo and Mount St. Mary’s EMS Liaison positions. We are in search of experienced EMS providers who have a passion for education, data, and community outreach. Interested providers can apply via the links below.

https://jobs.chsbuffalo.org/jobs/15164600-emergency-medical-services-liaison-msmh

https://jobs.chsbuffalo.org/jobs/15166164-emergency-medical-services-liaison-mhb

November 7, 2024

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BE FAST WNY CME Opportunity – Accelerating Stroke Awareness for EMS – April

2025 SEMSCO Safety Subcommittee All Hazards Survey

EMS Agency’s Backboards and Other Equipment at ECMC

Trauma Talk Newsletter

AED Contest and Bills Playoff Tickets!

Street Closing Around Oishei – Tuesday, December 3

Trauma Talk November 2024 – Please share

Crash Responder Safety Week: November 18-22

Crash Responder Safety Week: November 18-22

Take Part in Awareness-Building Programs to Protect
Public Safety and Traffic Incident Responders

Reminder: Sign Up for Upcoming Pulsara Informational Meeting

Job Opportunity at Catholic Health

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Crash Responder Safety Week: November 18-22

Take Part in Awareness-Building Programs to Protect Public Safety and Traffic Incident Responders

Looking to Recognize A Provider?

Website Directory

LOOKING FOR A CAREER IN EMS?

Take Part in Awareness-Building Programs to Protect
Public Safety and Traffic Incident Responders