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EMS data is often the earliest signal of a looming public health crisis. By tapping into it in real time, agencies can detect overdose spikes, respiratory surges, or behavioral health trends days before traditional systems catch up.
EMS providers often treat patients without medical history, risking delays, errors, and guesswork. But new national data-sharing frameworks are starting to close that gap, bringing critical records to first responders in real time.
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For decades, EMS has relied on blood component therapy, which was favored for its longer shelf life, efficiency, and lower risk of transfusion reactions. However, emerging data suggests that whole blood transfusion in the field could significantly improve survival rates, particularly in rural and remote areas where longer transport times pose additional risks.