Have you heard the expression “time is brain” and wondered what it means? It’s a medical phrase that emphasizes the importance of rapid treatment for stroke patients. A stroke – also known as a brain attack – occurs when the blood supply to the brain is disrupted. This deprives the brain of oxygen and nutrients […]
May is Mental Health Awareness Month – a perfect time to remember that taking care of our mental health is just as important as taking care of our physical health. The National Institute of Health (NIH) estimates that in 2024 nearly 58 million Americans were living with some form of mental health condition and in […]
REMSA Health honored three healthcare providers at the state capital today as part of the Nevada Ambulance Association’s (NAA) Stars of Life event. Heather Bushey, flight nurse, Dale Miller, communications supervisor and Ryan Yarbrough, paramedic were selected by the organization as exceptional healthcare providers and contributors to the emergency medical services (EMS) profession. Bushey, Miller, […]