EMS FYI September 20, 2019
September 20, 2019
All information falls under the latest revision for the EMS Protocols: 11-15-2018
On Tuesday September 17th, District 4 Commissioner Curt Smith presented Brevard County Fire Rescue with a resolution. The resolution, presented at the commission meeting, recognizes BCFR for its dedication and preparation during this 2019 Atlantic Hurricane season. Great job to all, and lets hope it stays quiet the rest of the season!
Chief Dominguez has been busy this week handing out appreciation letters!
Survival rates, witnessed V-fib/pulseless V-tach only: Pre RA: 15.7% -> Post RA: 23.5% -> Our goal: >50%
The average age of a cardiac arrest patient is 58 years old.
In the United States, most brain-eating-amoeba infections occur in bodies of freshwater in Southern states. Infections are most common during the summer months, especially when it is hot for prolonged periods. Although summer has come to an end, our fresh waters stay warm a while longer.
If you have any questions or have something you would like shared, please contact Mark Weiss by phone at 321-633-2056, 321-266-5334 or by email at Mark.Weiss@brevardfl.gov
If you are interested in working either of the upcoming OT special events below please contact staffing to reserve your spot.

Event: WWE NXT Wrestling

Date: Friday, September 21, 2019

Event Location: Melbourne Auditorium 625 E Hibiscus Blvd, Melbourne, FL 32901

Hours: 1730-2300 (Crew to pick up unit at 1730 and be in place at event by 1830)

Crew: 1 Paramedic/1 EMT (or PM) (Dedicated)
EMS Statistics
Mobile Integrated Health Activities- 4From 9/13/2019–9/19/2019, BCFREMS responded to:
Trauma Calls-216
Medical Calls-671
Motor Vehicle Crashes-110
Transports-771
ALS Transports-477
BLS Transports-294
Total Responses-1,185

911 Calls to Dispatch- 2,329

PulsePoint CPR Alerts- 1

Mobile Integrated Health- 4
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