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Extreme Heat Safety: How to Recognize and Respond to a Heat Emergency
Extreme Heat Safety: How to Recognize and Respond to a Heat Emergency Extreme heat safety deserves a place at the top of every household checklist in August. Late summer brings the hottest and most humid stretch of the year for much of the country, and heat claims more lives in...
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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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Community Growth and Changing Healthcare Access: Why Air Medical Transport Matters More Each Year
Healthcare access across the United States is changing in ways that influence how quickly patients can reach emergency and specialty care. Population growth, rural hospital instability, and the consolidation of advanced medical services have increased the distance between communities and the treatment they need. These shifts have strengthened the role...
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Home First-Aid Kit Essentials: What Every Household Should Have for Emergencies
Preparedness begins at home. Whether addressing a minor injury or a sudden health emergency, a well-organized first-aid kit provides immediate care while awaiting professional help. PHI Cares, the membership program of PHI Air Medical, complements this readiness by providing financial protection for medically necessary air ambulance medical transport and access...
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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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