Austin‑Travis County EMS continues to set the national standard for lifesaving care, and a new Austin American‑Statesman article highlights how the service is preparing to deliver more whole blood during mass casualty events. The piece details a new protocol developed with We Are Blood that allows EMS to rapidly scale blood availability at large‑scale emergencies—bringing more lifesaving resources directly to the scene when every second matters.
The article also underscores the strength of Austin‑Travis County EMS’s field blood program, which has been supported by the APRU6L since its early development. That support has helped ensure EMS clinicians have the tools, training, and logistics needed to deliver whole blood transfusions quickly and safely, whether for a single critically injured patient or during a major incident. It’s a powerful example of how preparation, partnerships, and community investment come together to save lives.
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https://www.statesman.com/news/healthcare/article/austin-ems-blood-response-mass-casualty-22205836.php