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The Clinical / Medical Alerts page is designed to share updated information about infectious deseases, vaccines, and other related clinical/medical issues to increase clinicians' awareness for working in the field.
Measles: Pearls for EMS CliniciansMDH — Two cases of measles confirmed in Maryland residents with recent international travel
Infectious Disease
COVID-19
December 29, 2023 - Respiratory Virus Season and PPE
Personal protective equipment or PPE is equipment used to prevent or minimize exposure to hazards such as: Biological hazards. Chemical hazards. Radiological hazards
Personal Protective Equipment Usage Information
This instructional series was created by the University of Maryland Baltimore County (UMBC), Department of Emergency Health Services, with assistance from the Maryland Department of Health, and funding from the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.
This program is designed to meet the needs of first responders who are expected to deal with the health needs of people who find themselves in health emergencies they cannot manage on their own. These first responders are typically emergency medical services personnel, such as EMTs and paramedics, but can also be first-aid trained fire fighters, law enforcement personnel, and volunteers such as Red Cross disaster workers. Health officers in summer camps, youth clubs, and other organizations that work with groups of people who may have some vulnerability may also benefit from this program.
For qustions regarding infectious diseases, please contact: infectiousdiseases@miemss.org.