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s we look toward a new year Pocono Mountain Regional Emergency Medical Services stands by a commitment toward forging bonds for community-wide development. We’d like to share a word of gratitude with the people who have helped make this organization what it is today,individuals
who share the same dedication and belief in connecting with residents by providing free facts and stats beneficial to the overall betterment of our region. For this we extend our sincere gratitude and best wishes to all for a happy, healthy New Year!
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Emergency Medical Services includes some of the finest medical professionals in the industry. These extensively trained men and women are well respected throughout the entire region.
As the end of another year draws near, let’s take time to extend a word of thanks to the people who help make PMREMS the reputable organization that it is. Representatives from member municipalities: Barrett, Cool-
baugh, Paradise, Tobyhanna and Tunkhannock townships, as well as the Borough of Mount Pocono share their time and talent ensuring the fiscal responsibility and functionality of the organization.
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Clearing snow filled walkways and driveways is of the utmost importance. Posing not only a safety hazard, towering mounds covering property signs make it difficult for emergency service professionals to find those in need. E-911 Readdressing Ordinances were implemented by Monroe County as a means of helping locate addresses. As snow flurries fill up fast, minimum size, location and height installation specifications help but are hindered if snow piles exceed signs can’t be seen. Pocono Mountain Regional Emergency Medical Services would like to remind property owners to take the time to show their signs...it could save a life.
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Safety Tips Told By Chief Dan Luddeni Pocono Mountain Volunteer Fire Company
After the holiday season winds down, winter fun time with family and friends hangs ‘round. As opportunities to enjoy another party together stir the impulse to decorate making everything look great, emergency responders are compelled to tell a few points and prevention.
points Two of every five home decoration fires are started by candles Nearly half of decoration fires happen because items are placed too close to a heat source
prevention Test smoke alarms & tell guests about home fire escape plans Keep children & pets away from lit candles & candles away from flammable items Blow out candles before bed or going out Store matches & lighters up high in a locked cabinet Stay in the kitchen when cooking on the stovetop Ask smokers to smoke outside with a reminder to keep smoking materials out of children’s reach Wet cigarette butts with water before discarding
Pocono Mountain Regional Ambulance’s new units are packed with features. In the previous issue we discussed the safety of the new fleet. Now, we will introduce some of the features. SolidBody™ full construction from flat-sheet marine-grade aluminum. LiquidSpring™ responsive suspension system automatically adjusts for a smoother
ride in any situation. One of the biggest features is the ability to remount. The ambulance patient module is built to outlast the chassis. Braun was chosen for the Pocono fleet because of the ability to remount the patient module onto a new chassis - directly from the manufacturer! This process extends the life of an ambulance and drastically reduces replacement costs. Remounting and refurbishing an aging ambulance can save 20-40% over buying a new ambulance. Some departments have been able to remount the same unit multiple times, further increasing their savings. Are you interested in learning more about the ambulance remount process? Check out Braun’s resources online: www.tiny.cc/BraunRemount
350 Mill Creek Rd. Bird In Hand, PA www.glickfire.com
Pocono Mountain Regional’s ambulances were purchased locally from Glick Fire Equipment in Bird In Hand, PA Glick Fire Equipment is Pennsylvania’s premiere sales and service dealership for Fire, EMS and First Response vehicles.
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New You
The ultimate guide to a healthier you for 2017.
I want to get healthy for the New Year and start taking better care of my mind and body. Are there any tips you can give me? With the New Year upon us, many of us start contemplating a fresh start in our lives, and why not? There’s no time like the present. The good news is while caring for your health and wellbeing does take commitment, it doesn’t need to be all-consuming. In fact, many of the things you could be doing right now to improve your health are so quick and easy you’ll wonder why you spent much of the last year avoiding them in the first place. Go for an annual appointment. This one is one of the easiest ways to keep yourself healthy. Make an appointment with your doctor today to be sure you are getting the screenings, exams, and immunizations you need to ensure optimum health. Need a doctor? Simply call 1-866-PMC-DOCS to make an appointment. Know your numbers and be vigilant. Get tested to find out your numbers for blood pressure, blood sugar, cholesterol and body mass index, as they can provide a snapshot of your overall health status and risks for certain serious diseases such as heart disease and diabetes. Your doctor can guide you through the process and make recommendations on next steps if your numbers are too low or high. Clean hands save lives. If you’re not doing so already, make a commitment to wash your hands regularly with soap and clean, running water for at least 20 seconds. By doing this you’ll lower the risk of spreading germs and getting sick. Nourish and protect your skin. Always wear sunscreen – even in the winter – and cover up to help lower your risk for sunburn and skin cancer. Also, use moisturizer to protect your skin from the harsh winter weather. Quit smoking. Most of us know that smoking and being around secondhand smoke is extremely detrimental to our health. Do your best to quit completely. When you have the urge for a cigarette, do something else and take deep breath. The urge will usually pass in a few minutes. Don’t be ashamed to ask for help, Pocono Medical Center offers an excellent smoking cessation program that can be reached by calling 570-476-3680. Eat healthy. Be sure to read food labels in the supermarket and at home to check how much fat, cholesterol, sodium, sugar, protein, and other important ingredients are in the foods you are eating and feeding your family. Keep portion sizes in check. Healthy serving sizes are not too difficult to figure out. As a general guide, a cup of fruit should be no larger than the size of your fist; an ounce of meat or cheese is about the size of an adult’s thumb from base to tip and three ounces of meat is about the size of your palm. And, one to two ounces of nuts would fit in the palm of your hand. Be active. Try to exercise or be active for a minimum of 2 ½ hours every week. It’s okay to break up the amount of time into smaller intervals—even 10 minutes. Children and teens should strive to be active for at least an hour each day. Any activities that raise your breathing and heart rate will do the trick. When you need it, take a break. Finally, one of the most important things we can do to nourish our emotional and physical health is to take a break when we most need it. If you feel yourself becoming extremely stressed, give yourself a breather for even just a few minutes. By doing this, you’ll give yourself the opportunity to clear your head and you’ll just feel better. EMS Powered By
Dr. Alvin Berlot, D.O. Primary Care, H.A. Tattersall Medical Center in Cresco
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