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Wayne County EMS Offering Free CPR Classes To Community

Wayne County EMS Offering Free CPR Classes To Community

In a cardiac emergency, CPR can mean the difference between life and death. To help save lives, Wayne County EMS wants to train as many residents in CPR as possible. Wayne County EMS Director Dave Cuddeback talked with GoldsboroDailyNews.com about the community education program dubbed “One Million Compressions.” Cuddeback says the class teaches the latest CPR…read more »

THE HEAT IS ON: Stay Safe On Scorching Summer Days

THE HEAT IS ON: Stay Safe On Scorching Summer Days

The temperatures are rising and that’s leading to an increase in 911 calls for heat emergencies. Crystal Hardin, a Field Training Officer with Wayne County EMS, says they’ve been responding to more heat-related calls in the last few days, and everyone is at risk. That can include the elderly, those working in the sun, or athletes playing…read more »

UPDATE: Child Saved From Near-Drowning In Wayne County

UPDATE: Child Saved From Near-Drowning In Wayne County

A 12-year-old is saved from a near-drowning experience. Wayne County EMS and the Elroy Volunteer Fire Department were dispatched to the possible drowning Sunday.  911 telecommunicators were able to provide CPR instructions to the 911 caller while the crews were still en route.  According to the parents, Faye and Paul Whitaker, the father performed the…read more »

Wayne County’s EMS Staff Applauded For Life-Saving Work

Wayne County’s EMS Staff Applauded For Life-Saving Work

This is National EMS Week and today is EMS Recognition Day honoring the emergency medical personnel who work to save lives in their communities. At this week’s county board meeting, Wayne County EMS Director Dave Cuddeback appeared with staff from his department to give them thanks. Cuddeback says Wayne County has the greatest assembled team…read more »

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