As the responders to the tornadoes in Oklahoma take care of the injured and misplaced there, it is important to take a moment and make sure that our own homes are prepared for disasters.

We also, look at improvements in ambulance response times for one suburban community in Tennessee served by Rural/Metro ambulance under contract. We have to be responsive to the needs of our communities if we want to improve our chances of increased pay and opportunities in EMS.  This is true whether we are paid, volunteer, or government employed.

Finally, a big thumbs up to South East Ambulance Service in the U.K. for their recognition recently for their improved stroke care initiatives.

Thanks for Lexi-Comp for their generous support of this show.  Visit www.Lexi.com/mediccast for a chance to win an iPod Touch and free Lexi Solutions software.