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Second Opinion

A new kind of first responder

Hosted by Michael Wilkes Jun. 12, 2022 Health & Wellness
To reduce over utilization of emergency responders, fire departments are experimenting with a new, more comprehensive approach to home visits.

To reduce over utilization of emergency responders, fire departments are experimenting with a new, more comprehensive approach to home visits.

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