Topic: Rural Healthcare
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Winter Weather Injuries Are Preventable: How Ice, Overexertion, and Snowstorms Lead to Emergency Calls and What You Can Do to Stay Safe
Winter storms introduce hazards that many people underestimate until they experience them firsthand. A thin sheet of ice on the driveway, a few minutes of shoveling heavy snow, or exposure to bitter cold can lead to emergencies that require rapid medical attention. EMS agencies typically receive more calls during severe...
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Giving Thanks for First Responders: Recognizing the People Behind Every Emergency Call
When someone dials 911, a remarkable network of professionals moves into action. Dispatchers, firefighters, paramedics, law enforcement officers, and air-medical crews each play a vital role in ensuring that lifesaving care reaches those in need—often within minutes. As the season of gratitude arrives, PHI Cares, the membership program of PHI...
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Preventing Home Fires: Fire Drill Tips, Smoke Alarms, and What Clinicians Want Families to Know
Every October, families are reminded of one essential truth: fire is fast, and preparation saves lives. This year, Fire Prevention Week runs from October 7–13, 2025, with Home Fire Drill Day on October 13 encouraging households nationwide to practice their fire escape plans. At PHI, we see firsthand how fire emergencies can unfold...
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From Highway to Hospital: How Air Medical Teams Coordinate with Ground EMS
When a major car crash blocks the highway, when a farmer suffers a crushing injury miles from town, or when a cardiac arrest strikes far from a hospital, minutes matter. In those moments, lives often hinge on the coordinated efforts of two groups: ground emergency medical services (EMS) and air...
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When Recovery Is Hard Enough: Why PHI Cares Membership Helps Families Focus on Healing, Not Bills
Recovery is hard enough. When a medical emergency strikes, recovery becomes the focus. Whether it is a cardiac event, stroke, trauma, or serious illness, patients and their families face a long path back to health. Recovery requires physical strength, emotional resilience, and family support. It also requires clarity, because when...
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