Members Needed for the Long Valley First Aid Squad Auxiliary |
Historically, the auxiliary was formed by individuals who wanted to support the endeavors of the Long Valley First Aid Squad, an all volunteer organization. More>> |
New AED’s For the First Aid Squad |
In January 2007 the Long Valley First Aid Squad purchased 9 Defibtech lifeline semi- automatic external defibrillators. More>> |
New Web Site Design |
The Long Valley First Aid Squad is pleased to present a fresh new look to their website, http://www.lvfas.org. More>> |
New Heavy Rescue truck placed in service: |
"38-55", the newest apparatus for the LV First Aid Squad went into service in June, 2006. More>> |
New Epi- Pen Saves A Life |
On July 13, 2007 a Washington Township man suffered multiple bee stings when he accidentally hit a nest that he did not see while mowing the lawn. More>> |
New Epi- Pen Saves A Life On Friday July 13, 2007 a Washington Township man suffered multiple bee stings when he accidentally hit a nest that he did not see while mowing the lawn. Unbeknownst to him the gentleman was allergic to the bees’ venom and he suffered a severe anaphylactic reaction. Such a reaction causes swelling of the tongue and lips, tightness in the throat, difficulty breathing, lowers the blood pressure to dangerous levels, weakens the pulse, hives, redness, anxiety, dizziness, facial swelling, and light headedness among other symptoms. It is a life threatening situation. Upon arrival to the scene the squad members determined that the situation was serious and administered the epi-pen. This injector is one filled with epinephrine which improved the man’s condition. The medication allowed the victim to breathe easier and increased his blood pressure to a safer range. When the squad met the Mobile Intensive Care Unit from St. Clares Hospital the paramedics were able to continue care. At the completion of the call the paramedics and the physician at Hackettstown Regional Medical Center credited the squad with saving the man’s life. If there had been a delay in giving the medication the paramedics would have had great difficulty in continuing the patients care. The epi-pens have only been on the ambulances since June 16, 2007. Since the law changed this year the Long Valley First Aid Squad was one of the first squads in the area to have its members obtain certification in the use of this device. The squad is pleased to have this device available for the care of the residents of this township. Friday July 13, 2007 proves this new training is a huge benefit to our community. |
