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John Carroll University outlines student-run, on-campus EMS response to support University Heights
Summary
John Carroll University told the University Heights safety committee that its student-led, non-transport BLS EMS unit responds to on-campus emergencies, dispatches in parallel with 911, and provides training via partnerships with University Hospitals and local fire for ride-alongs and disaster drills.
John Carroll University on Thursday described to the University Heights City Council safety committee a student-led emergency medical services unit that responds to on-campus medical emergencies and serves as a training program for students.
Dr. Melissa Cole, dean of the College of Health at John Carroll University, said the JCU EMS unit is a non-transport basic life support first-responder team staffed by certified EMTs who are students. "We are a non transporting BLS first responder unit," Cole said, adding the program has been on campus for…
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