Trained 108 ambulance EMTs to provide first aid for eye trauma
The L.V. Prasad Eye Institute and EMRI Green Health Services have launched a training initiative for 108 ambulance EMTs in Hyderabad. The program equips emergency responders with specialized eye trauma kits and training to provide immediate first aid before hospital referral.
Why it matters
This initiative is particularly critical ahead of the Diwali festival, which historically sees a significant spike in eye-related injuries.
Trained 108 ambulance EMTs to provide first aid for eye trauma HYDERABAD The L.V. Prasad Eye Institute (LVPEI), EMRI Green Health Services (EMRI GHS) and Sarojini Devi Eye Hospital have launched an initiative where the Emergency Medical Technicians (EMTs) of the 108 ambulances have been trained to provide first aid in cases of eye trauma, before referring them to a specialized eye hospital. Eye trauma kits have also been provided to the ambulances.
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