Timely recognition, treatment, and transfer are critical for patients experiencing a STEMI. Across Virginia, hospitals and EMS systems work every day to move patients through complex systems of care as quickly and safely as possible. But we also know that transfer processes, available resources, local protocols, and barriers can look very different from one community to another. The Virginia Heart Attack Coalition (VHAC) Thrombolytics Workgroup is conducting a brief statewide survey to better...

The VHAC Shock Workgroup is pleased to introduce the VHAC Cardiogenic Shock Case Conference, a dedicated name for the case-based learning component of the Workgroup’s ongoing efforts. The VHAC Shock Workgroup will continue its broader work focused on cardiogenic shock systems of care, protocols, data, quality improvement, and collaboration among hospitals and healthcare professionals across Virginia. The VHAC Cardiogenic Shock Case Conference provides a consistent forum for participating...

Our ECG Education Course: 12-Lead Placement & Interpretation for Prehospital Care is now open to all interested participants. Whether you’re with Newport News EMS, another agency, or simply looking to strengthen your ECG knowledge and skills, you’re welcome to join us. 📅 August 10, 2026 | 5:00–7:00 PM📍 Newport News EMS Learn practical approaches to 12-lead ECG placement and interpretation that can help build confidence in prehospital cardiac care. Space may be limited — register now to...