Thornton Paramedics Now Give Whole Blood in the Field | Denver News

Thornton paramedics are now saving lives by administering whole blood transfusions right at the scene—minutes before patients even reach the hospital. This new partnership with HCA HealthONE Mountain Ridge means critical patients get the full spectrum of blood components—red cells, plasma, and platelets—immediately, boosting oxygen delivery and clotting. With hemorrhage being the top cause of trauma deaths, faster transfusions can prevent organ failure and improve outcomes, especially for brain injuries. Since launch, four lives have been saved in the field, with each ambulance carrying one unit of whole blood, replenished by the hospital. Hospital leaders are urging more whole blood donors, especially as summer “trauma season” ramps up. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/3e286d5627a7995f