February 8, 2025 Issue, Page 9 of 16

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The Elk City News SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 8, 2025 + 9 Air Evac Lifeteam to Become First and only Air Medical Provider The Elk City Lions awards presented The Elk City Lions award Bringing Plasma to Every Corner of Oklahoma activities, being responsible a 6th grade girl and boy each and motivated as well as in- month at the Elk City In- put from their homeroom Elk City, Okla. (Jan. 30, BRIDGING HEALTH- ton, medical director for CALL TO ACTION termediate School for their teacher. 2025) — Ina state where rural CARE GAPS IN RURAL GMR. “By making plasma "This groundbreaking ini- good citizenship, politeness, Lions Club President Joe communities often face limit- OKLAHOMA available on all of our air- tiative marks a new chapter in good manners, being re- Thompson presenting the ed access to critical healthcare Oklahoma faces some of craft, we're taking a critical emergency care for Oklaho- spectful, engaged in school awards, services, Global Medical Re- the most significant health- step to ensure that patients ma," said Dr. John Armitage, sponse (GMR) is setting a new care challenges in the nation, in every corner of Oklaho- President and CEO of Our standard in emergency medi- particularly in rural areas ma have access to advanced, Blood Institute. "Plasma is a cal care, where hospital closures and lifesaving care when seconds powerful resource in trauma Beginning this month, provider shortages have cre- matter most.” care, and making it accessible Air Evac Lifeteam (AEL), a ated healthcare deserts. ‘The during air transport means GMR company, is rolling out introduction of plasma on A STATEWIDE COMMIT- faster, more effective treatment a phased plan to equip all air air medical flights directly MENT TO INNOVATION for patients in the most remote medical helicopters with the addresses these disparities by AND CARE areas of our state. We are proud lifesaving blood component delivering advanced care to ‘This initiative will span all 77 to support this effort, which plasma. Full implementation underserved regions, reduc- counties across Oklahoma and would not be possible without November - Homeroom Mrs. Cupp is expected by the end of 2025. ing delays that can be fatal in additional neighboring states, the incredible commitment of LilyAnne Werner, Melissa Bates Once complete, AEL will be medical emergencies. Plas- supported by 21 air bases op- our blood donors." Kylan Watson, Arissa & Brent Watson the first and largest air medical ma, a critical blood compo- erated by GMR. In recognition of Nation- provider in Oklahoma to offer nent, has been shown to sig- “The plasma, provided al Blood Donor Month, AEL plasma on al flights, statewide. nificantly improve outcomes by the Oklahoma Blood encourage Oklahomans to “Being first in Oklahoma to for patients experiencing Institute, will complement donate blood and help sustain offer this service is about more traumatic injuries and shock. the packed red blood cells the availability of these lifesav- than innovation—it’s about “Research published in (PRBC) already available on ing resources. “This initiative equity,” said Francis Lewis, re- the New England Journal every flight. Together, these wouldnt be possible without gional director for GMR. “For of Medicine validates what resources enable clinicians the generosity of blood do- many rural residents, access weve long understood in to deliver highly targeted, nors” Lewis emphasized. “We to care isn't a given. This ini- emergency medicine—ad- advanced care during trans- urge community members to tiative ensures that lifesaving ministering plasma during port, improving patient give the gift of life and sup- interventions are available to air transport can improve outcomes and saving lives,” port this vital effort to improve EKeITY everyone, regardless of where outcomes for trauma pa- added Dr. Stanton. emergency care across the 1 & O'Neal Mayfield they live” tients,’ says Dr. Audrey Stan- state?” Bridges Duran, Nicole & David Robertson These ladies are awarded a certificate for excellent bus behavior and entered in a drawing for a Hutches gift card. Pictured are Sophia Soto, Salvation Jones, Kayle Muniz, and Adilynn Setzer. p= Good day at the Hub City classic. Kylie Leal- 2nd, Kenzie Manning- 1st, ‘Asiah Maddox-3rd, (Not pictured) Cason Cobb- 4th and Freddy Arvizu- 6th 1210 S. Main St, Elk City 580-225-0100 www.elksupply.com Good Luck Area Teams! We want to wish you a great season! 1120 W 3rd St. Elk City, OK 73644 (580) 225-1160 Great Plains Bank ‘ Www.pizzahut.com ELK CITY: 2714 W. 3rd St. « 580-225-2580 o hitpsnrenbechank 2017W. Third | 1300 $, Main | gpbankok.com ~ Carry-out « Hut Lane « Delivery SAYRE: 711 NE Highway 66 » 580-928-2580 [2] 580-225-2265 LIPSCOMB CHRYSLER DODGE Jee, RAM We hope each of you have a great season! 2300 E. 3rd St, Elk City, OK Elk City Nursing Home OILFIELD SERVICES 980-303-6702 301 N. Garrett, Elk City HINTON,OK. ELK CITY,OK, 580-225-2811 980.243.0466