Natural Disasters

Joplin, Mo., Hospital Heals

As St. John's Regional Medical Center recovers, hospital staff reflect on the tornado that knocked it down.

Posted Thursday, September 29, 2011

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Bariatric Evacuation Proves Challenging for Providers

SeniorCare EMS successfully evacuates bariatric patients during Hurricane Irene response.

Posted Tuesday, September 13, 2011

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EMS Providers Recall 9/11

Many EMS providers’ lives were forever changed after 9/11.

Posted Thursday, September 1, 2011

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Are You Prepared to Respond to a Natural Disaster?

Brush up on your disaster response skills so you're ready for the inevitable.

Posted Thursday, August 25, 2011

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Missouri Disaster Medical Team Responds in Joplin

After only one drill, Missouri DMT deploys to Joplin.

Posted Friday, July 1, 2011

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EMS Agency Plans for Natural Disasters

Does your agency have a plan in place beyond the typical MCI response?

Posted Wednesday, June 15, 2011

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Tuscaloosa Copes with Death, Destruction & Debris

Providers learn valuable lessons from Tuscaloosa tornado response.

Posted Monday, May 9, 2011

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Providers Respond to Tropical Cyclone Yasi

Australian EMS’ response to Tropical Cyclone Yasi offers valuable lessons to providers.

Posted Sunday, May 1, 2011

Oklahoma Flooding Injures 136 People

The situation has become dangerous for rescue crews throughout the region.

Posted Tuesday, June 15, 2010


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