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SIH presents a program for seniors on the ER process and first aid kits

WSIU Public Broadcasting | By Brad Palmer
Published August 20, 2023 at 7:32 PM CDT
SIH Emergency Department Dr. Barbie Gatton speaks to a group of seniors during the SIH Second Act series
Brad Palmer
Dr. Barbie Gatton, medical director for the emergency dept. at SIH St. Joseph Memorial Hospital, speaks to a group of seniors during the SIH Second Act series on Aug. 17, 2023.

SIH recently held the latest installment of its Second Act 911 series targeted at senior citizens.

WSIU's Brad Palmer spoke with Dr. Barbie Gatton, the medical director for the emergency department at SIH St. Joseph Memorial Hospital.

She was one of the presenters who focused on the 911 and emergency room process as well as the importance of personalized first aid kits.
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Brad Palmer
As a news producer and news anchor on All Things Considered, Brad provides the listeners with a recap of the day's top local and state news as well as breaking news at any given time. Contact WSIU Radio at 618-453-6101 or email wsiunews@wsiu.org
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