"Transfusions in the Field Part 2: Lt. Michael Barokas, Seattle Fire Dept." (S3 E33)

Got a story idea for Bloodworks 101? Send us a text message Ever heard of a lactaided ringer? Do you know the difference between blunt and pentrating trauma? Today, in Part Two of our special Bloodworks 101 series entitled, "Transfusions in the Field,"  Lieutenant Michael Barokas, a Medical Services Officer for Seattle's Medic One will answer those questions as we take you behind-the-scenes in the life and death battle that can happen every time Barokas leaves on an emergency. It's also a battle where blood donors play a big role, as producer John Yeager found out.   (TW: This episode contains graphic references to the effects of gun violence and suicide.)Support the show