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System Memo #425 2024 Paramedic Preceptor Courses

November 08, 2023
Serving as a paramedic field preceptor is one of the most important and professionally honored roles in our EMS System. They are critically influential in mentoring our students to become competent entry level paramedics and we are deeply grateful for their assistance and service. Read More
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Illinois Measles Outbreak

November 03, 2023
An outbreak of measles has been declared in northern Illinois (suburban Cook County). The first case of measles since 2019 was confirmed in Cook County on October 13, 2023. Since then, four more individuals have tested positive for measles. All five of these individuals were unvaccinated. Read More
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NEMSIS 3.5 Documentation ImplementationTraining

October 27, 2023
Illinois will be transitioning from NEMSIS V3.4 to V3.5. NEMSIS is the National standard for recording prehospital data.NWC EMS System Memo #424 outlines the process and timelines for all training to be completed. Read More
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IDPH Pertusis Health Alert

October 03, 2023
Please view the document entitled, "IDPH Health Alert Pertussis 2023" Read More
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Hotline and Crisis Line Numbers are Here

August 29, 2023
This was created by Harper College but is an impressive listing of help numbers and resources. Read More
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EMS System Plan Updates Are Due By October 20th

August 25, 2023
On August 15, 2022, Bobby Van Bebber, MSN, RN | Division Chief, IDPH EMS and Highway Safety Office of Preparedness and Response forwarded a memo asking for all EMS hospitals, Agencies, and Dispatch Centers to update their EMS System Letters of Commitment and program plans. Read More
 
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