Coronavirus (COVID-19) Information for EMS Providers
DistanceCME is offering resources on infectious disease and EMS hygiene to help first responders fight and prevent the spread of COVID-19. These can also count for 2 hours each of CAPCE accredited F-5 content to help you meet the shifting NREMT requirements.
Glove Removal for EMS
With the spread of COVID-19, proper use of personal protective equipment (PPE) is more important than ever. Scott McConnell, RN, BSN, CEN, NRP, demonstrates the proper technique EMS personnel should use when removing their gloves after a call. Stay safe out there!
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World Health Organization Coronavirus Module
The World Health Organization has created a quick animated overview of the novel coronavirus that covers the origination of the virus along with transmission and preventions details.
CDC Coronavirus Information
Get information from the Centers for Disease Control on the COVID-19 outbreak. This is an emerging, rapidly evolving situation, and CDC will provide updated information on this page as it becomes available, in addition to updated guidance.