File of Life Drive To Be Held In Hamden

From the Hamden Fire Department: The Hamden Fire Department is holding a File of Life Drive during EMS Week, May 20-26th, 2018.

Two events are currently scheduled and crews will be focusing on medical information and home
safety. Medical emergencies can happen anytime, information to treat the patient is important:

• Does the patient have prior medical conditions?
• Allergies?
• What medications are they taking?
• Who do they want us to call?
• How do we contact their family or friends?

File of Life puts these answers in one place. It allows first responders to immediately begin the best possible treatment, notify loved ones, and pass this vital data on to awaiting physicians at the emergency room. The File of Life is available with a magnet to go on a refrigerator or a small version for your wallet. These helpful information files are free from the Hamden Fire Department for residents and available at the following events: Tuesday 5/22: Miller Senior Center 11am-1pm Friday 5/25: Miller Senior Center 11am-1pm

If you are unable to attend or would like to request a File of Life for yourself please call EMS
Officer Charles Lubowicki at 203-407-3183 or email clubowicki@hamden.com.

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