MERGINET.News: June 18th Issue Online!!

["Richard Bilger" <rbilger@merginet.com>]

We're pleased to bring you the latest additions to
MERGINET.News (June 2002 Vol. 7, No. 6).
You can view this issue online at:

http://www.MERGINET.com/emsnewstocs/current.shtml/

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FROM THE EDITORS:
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Take a look at the newest release of MERGINET.News, now online. Jim Crabtree
is back with a great article on chemical warfare that “cuts through the
mustard” (focusing on mustard agents). For your personal information, Erin
Flynn updates us on the status of heart transplantation. Remember: field
personnel can have a big impact on public awareness of organ transplant
opportunities, and on recognizing potential donors. And heads up,
instructors! The AED Instructor Foundation has now been launched, with
long-time industry personality Frank Poliafico at the helm; we profile this
impressive instructor-friendly initiative in this issue. Also online, a
speech by Dr. Samuel N. Mbazuigwe sends a cry for help to establish EMS in
Nigeria.

Our columnists offer a range of interesting, easy reading:

* Syd Canan reviews Dennis Smith’s book, “Report from Ground Zero”
* John Becknell discusses tuition incentives
* Randall Larson, writing for NAED, gives his version on how to motivate
people
* John Mateus finishes his series for educators on first aid suppliers and
outsourcing
* Kathy West gives a nice presentation on needle-safe systems
* Don Hunjadi talks about telling what surveys say

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Welcome to the June 18th release of MERGINET.News!

Kate Dernocoeur, Editor
Laura Bennett-Kimble, Managing Editor

New in this issue!

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On the Scene
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>> Weapons of Mass Destruction: Chemical Warfare, Part I
by Jim Crabtree
What differentiates fast-acting chemical agents from slower ones? What is a
mustard agent? And what can we do as emergency providers when confronted
with such weaponry?
http://www.merginet.com/emsnewsfiles/258_Jim_Crabtree_20020706.shtml

>> Advancements in Organ Transplantation
by Erin Flynn
Technical and medical improvements have positively affected heart transplant
survival rates. But a lack of available organ donors is having its affect,
too.
http://www.merginet.com/emsnewsfiles/254_Erin_Flynn_20020706.shtml

>> An Early Defibrillation Initiative: The AED Instructor Foundation
by Kate Dernocoeur
The average bystander tends to be an infrequent, often reluctant responder.
This population needs help to develop the confidence, comfort, and courage
to respond effectively to cardiac arrest situations and other emergencies.
Welcome to the AEDIF.
http://www.merginet.com/emsnewsfiles/247_Kate_Dernocoeur_20020706.shtml

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In Touch
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>> Straight Talk #61: Resentment
by Kate Dernocoeur
The work of emergency care is done by individuals with varying degrees of
resiliency. How can we balance our various emotions with the work we do?
http://www.merginet.com/emsnewsfiles/250_Kate_Dernocoeur_20020706.shtml

>> A Call for Emergency Medical Services in Nigeria
by Samuel Nkire Mbazuigwe
Nigeria is in desperate need of emergency medical services. Can you help?
http://www.merginet.com/emsnewsfiles/255_Samuel_Nkire_Mbazuigwe_20020706.sht
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Reviewers Roundup
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>> Needle Safe Systems: Risk Reduction - Where Are We?
by Katherine West
The Needlestick Safety and Prevention Act went into effect in 2000. So how
are we doing? Infection control expert Katherine West gives us an update.
http://www.merginet.com/emsnewsfiles/256_Katherine_West_20020706.shtml

 Concepts in Emergency Care Training Industry - Part 2
by John Mateus
First Aid Supplies and Outsourcing - The ZEE Medical Experience
http://www.merginet.com/emsnewsfiles/248_John_Mateus_20020706.shtml

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Reviewers Roundup
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>> Book Review: A Look at Ground Zero through the Eyes of a Firefighter
by Syd Canan
We review the latest book by renowned firefighter and author Dennis Smith.
http://www.merginet.com/emsnewsfiles/251_Syd_Canan_20020706.shtml

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Management Matters
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>> Create Up-to-date Tuition Reimbursement Policies
by John Becknell
Do your tuition reimbursement policies reflect today’s evolving educational
methods?
http://www.merginet.com/emsnewsfiles/249_John_Becknell_20020706.shtml

>> And the Survey Says…
by Don Hunjadi
Are you conducting surveys with everybody who’s involved in emergency calls?
http://www.merginet.com/emsnewsfiles/252_Don_Hunjadi_20020706.shtml

>> Motivating Your People: Lessons for New (and Not-so-new) Managers
by Randall D. Larson
Let's all gather together now, and be motivated! How, you ask? Read on.
http://www.merginet.com/emsnewsfiles/253_Randall_D._Larson_20020706.shtml

More online!

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