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• Memo Series 12-01 - FDA MedWatch has issued a Correction for Hospira morphine and hydromorphone Carpujects that may contain more than the intended fill volume.

• The Department of Homeland Security's U.S. Fire Administration (USFA), in partnership with the DHS Office of Health Affairs (OHA), has released a handbook for physician medical directors of local departments and agencies who are involved in EMS response. The Handbook for EMS Medical Directors (PDF, 2.5 MB: exit DHS) covers topics ranging from occupational health and safety to liability issues. The Handbook for EMS Medical Directors was developed by the International Association of Fire Chiefs (IAFC) as part of a cooperative agreement with the DHS OHA and USFA. Many national level EMS and fire organizations also contributed to the handbook's development.  This link is also available from our EMS Medical Director Resources page.

• Note: Due to technical difficulties WMD training through the WI-Train site will be unavailable effective 01/23/12.  Our apologies for this inconvenience!

• 2012-2014 WI EMS Provider License Renewal Instructions (PDF, 2.4 MB)

• Verification of Licensure  (exit DHS) This link will take you to a public look up within the WI E Licensing system. Reporting is consistent with JCAHO and NCQA standards for primary source verification.