The Importance of Quick Response to Fire-Related Injuries with PHI Cares
For Fire Prevention Week 2024, we’re diving into the importance of a quick response during a fire-related health emergency. In fire emergencies, every second counts. Getting victims to specialized medical care as quickly as possible can significantly affect their chances of recovery. PHI Air Medical plays a crucial role in providing fast, dependable air transport to burn centers and trauma hospitals, often reducing the time it takes for patients to access life-saving treatment compared to ground transportation.
For individuals suffering from severe burns or smoke inhalation from a fire, timely medical intervention is essential to prevent complications. Experts, such as the American Burn Association, recommend that those with serious burn injuries or respiratory issues be transferred to specialized care within two hours. PHI Air Medical’s speed and efficiency help make this critical window of time achievable, especially in scenarios where ground ambulances might face delays.
Onboard Expertise in Every Medical Emergency Flight
PHI Air Medical doesn’t just offer rapid transport; it also delivers expert medical care throughout the air ambulance flight. Each aircraft is staffed with flight nurses and paramedics who are trained to handle the unique challenges of fire-related injuries. They can perform critical procedures like stabilizing breathing, administering pain relief, and managing fluid balance, ensuring the patient is stable until they arrive at the hospital. Communication tools onboard allow the crew to coordinate with receiving hospitals so that care continues seamlessly upon landing. And with FamilyTRAX, family can digitally follow the transport in real time to know when their loved one arrives at the care facility. Read more about the expert team behind PHI Air Medical: Certified Flight Registered Nurses and Certified Flight Paramedics.
PHI Cares Membership: Financial Relief in Emergencies
While air medical transport is vital in emergencies, it can also be expensive, with some costs not fully covered by traditional health insurance. PHI Cares Air Ambulance Membership program helps families avoid financial hardship by covering any out-of-pocket expenses related to air transport, giving them peace of mind in times of crisis.
For only $65 per year, an air medical membership extends to everyone in the household and can even include up to three non-relatives living at the same address. For those in wildfire-prone or remote & rural areas, this coverage is especially valuable, ensuring that finances don’t add stress during an already difficult time.
A Key Resource During Wildfires
As wildfires increase in frequency and severity, particularly in the western United States, quick access to medical care becomes even more critical. PHI Air Medical has proven itself to be a valuable resource during these events, offering rapid transport to burn units and trauma centers from locations where ground transportation would be too slow or impossible to reach.
For example, during the 2020 wildfires in California, PHI Air Medical played a pivotal role in relocating injured individuals to hospitals where they received the care they needed. In many cases, this quick transport was vital in improving patient outcomes.
Preparing for Fire-Related Emergencies
Fire Prevention Week is the perfect opportunity to assess your household’s preparedness for fire emergencies. A few simple actions can make all the difference: check your smoke alarms to ensure they’re working, replace them if necessary, and practice your family’s evacuation plan. It’s also important to have fire extinguishers in easy-to-reach places and to know how to use them.
Despite our best efforts, fires can still occur. If a fire-related injury happens, call 911 immediately. Emergency responders will assess whether air transport is required. With a PHI Cares Membership, the cost of air transport is one less thing to worry about in these moments, allowing families to focus on getting their loved ones the care they need.
Why PHI Cares Should Be Part of Your Fire Safety Plan
As Fire Prevention Week 2024 comes around, it’s a reminder that fire safety is not only about prevention but also about being prepared to respond to fire emergencies. Fire Prevention Week 2024 runs from Sun, Oct 6, 2024 – Sat, Oct 12, 2024. PHI Air Medical offers the rapid transport that can save lives in fire-related incidents, particularly in hard-to-reach areas. The financial security provided by a PHI Cares Membership ensures that families won’t face unexpected bills for emergency air transport.
Consider enrolling in PHI Cares air ambulance membership to protect your family’s well-being. In the event of a fire emergency, you’ll have the peace of mind knowing that your loved ones can get the care they need without the added worry of financial strain.