G overnments used the recession of the ’80s to curb wages. They used the recession of the ’90s to gut social programs. The theme of this recession promises to be a concerted assault against unions. Not that there are many left to assail. In Canada, just 17 per cent…
Children’s Health: How would you rate it? is a post from: Everyday EMS Tips Everyday EMS Tips readers weigh in on the responder bias of this question, “Would you say [child]’s health in general was excellent, very good, good, fair, or poor?” In 2006 more than 17% of children…
Peel Paramedics seek donations for fundraiser Brampton Guardian Peel Regional Paramedic Services has participated in fundraising in the community for over five years. This year, it is looking to help one its our own. … Posted: 2009-10-19 11:05:51 Read Full Article
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Notice and nomination forms have not been posted at each base in a timely manner. This package was sent out to stewards at each base on Fri. Oct. 2nd/09 with hopes it would have been available to all platoons 14 days prior to the nomination deadline and when all…
Toronto Emergency Medical Services releases findings on Alexander Street call and confirms actions taken on recommendations All Reports: http://www.toronto.ca/your_health/ems.htm Ministry Investigation Report: http://www.toronto.ca/your_health/pdf/ems-MoH-LTC-report.pdf
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Ckemtp documents one of the major problems in EMS in Every Day EMS Ethics – Self Medical Direction? How are we supposed to deal with bad protocols, when some medical directors would rather endanger patients, than improve patient care? Which is more ethical? A. Follow the protocol, even though…
At the September Emergency and Protective Services Committee (EPSC) meeting an update was presente d on the “10-year Plan”. W here 2008 and 2009 provided opportunities to move forward, 2011 sets the framework for some big changes in the service. The plan is for similar models after the Police…
An August 24 report from Peel Health and from the Commissioner of Health states discussion is underway to develop Flu Assessment centres. Lacking in this document is the involvement of Peel Paramedics. One part of the document even states that St. John’s Ambulance will be taking part with other agencies….
Essential ambulances TheStar.com – Editorials – Essential ambulances September 12, 2009 With 75 per cent of Toronto’s ambulance service already required to keep working through a municipal strike, and the city applying to boost that coverage to 90 per cent, it is reasonable to ask why paramedics aren’t simply…
Don’t post comments about work on Facebook or other visual social sites Limit profiles of supervisory staff if you are friends… If you book off sick, don’t write you went golfing on you updates Be careful what and where you surf the internet – the employer can check your…