Author Archives: Jason

Peanut Butter Sniff Test Confirms Alzheimer’s

Posted on October 9, 2013 by Jason

Posted by Marilee Griffin-Florida on October 8, 2013 A dollop of peanut butter and a ruler might be a way to confirm a diagnosis of early-stage Alzheimer’s disease. Jennifer Stamps, a graduate student in the McKnight Brain Institute Center for Smell and Taste … Continue reading →

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Glass intact assures safe cervical spine protocol

Posted on April 30, 2013 by Jason

Selective cervical spine immobilization performed by Emergency Medical Services (EMS) is being utilized with increasing frequency. These protocols, although very sensitive, still include subjective data such as “mild cervical discomfort.” The aim of this study is to create an objective … Continue reading →

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Should we use lights and sirens?

Posted on April 3, 2013 by Jason

Monoc released this PSA: Source

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Spodick’s Sign

Posted on February 21, 2013 by Jason
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Ambulance vs ECG!

Posted on December 17, 2012 by Jason
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