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Del. paramedics deliver 250 units of whole blood in over a year

Kent County paramedics recently joined medics in New Castle and Sussex counties in carrying whole blood

By Bill Carey
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KENT COUNTY, Del. 鈥 After New Castle and Sussex counties began carrying blood for emergency use in May 2023, Kent County paramedics have now joined the initiative.

Kent County paramedics administered their first unit of blood on Nov. 24, marking a significant step in the program鈥檚 expansion. That same weekend saw milestones in the other counties, reported.

New Castle County paramedics delivered their 150th unit on Nov. 23, while Sussex County paramedics provided their 100th unit on Nov. 25.

鈥淓very unit of blood administered represents another patient that has been given a better chance at survival and recovery,鈥 Delaware EMS Medical Director Dr. Robert Rosenbaum said.

Paramedic supervisors carry blood in medical-grade biothermal coolers, monitored remotely via a phone app to ensure proper temperature. At emergencies, an IV will be administered if responding units haven鈥檛 already set one up for fluids, and the blood will be warmed as it鈥檚 infused into the patient.

Delaware State Police paramedics, who primarily operate on the Trooper 4 helicopter, will start carrying blood early next year.

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