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Dallas Fire Rescue says prehospital blood program has transfused 18 patients; council recognizes responders
Summary
City officials recognized Dallas Fire Rescue paramedics and partners after staff described a prehospital blood program launched in February that has enabled on‑route transfusions and, officials say, saved lives including one patient who addressed council.
Dallas City Council on Wednesday recognized Dallas Fire Rescue personnel and partner organizations for a prehospital blood transfusion program that staff said began in February and has allowed emergency medical teams to transfuse blood to patients before arrival at hospital emergency rooms.
Why it matters: Staff and the program’s medical lead said early, on‑scene transfusion can be lifesaving for patients with severe hemorrhage. Officials described collaboration with Parkland Health and Parkland BioTel, the American Red…
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