Emergency Preparedness

Below is a simplified guide to things you can do to be better prepared for emergencies as well as tips for what to do when an emergency happens. 

General things to keep in mind 

Being better prepared

Things to know & do

Treatment center/hematologist

Making medical information available to those who need it

Click here for a list of suggested information to include in your emergency documents

Daycare/school

Fire department/rescue squad

Local emergency room

Things to keep in mind about calling 911

When you have to call 911

Set the scene for success

Helping the patient

911 dispatch

Call the treatment center/hematologist

Emergency medical services (EMS) on scene

Things to gather