DELPHOS — The Mike Gallmeier Foundation recently donated the funds to purchase LifeVac anti-choking devices to both Delphos Jefferson and St. John’s schools.
Units will be placed in strategic locations in all the schools’ buildings.
LifeVac is an added tool to assist - if needed - in a choking emergency.
“The Mike Gallmeier Foundation is happy to be able to supply these to our school to add to the safety for our students, staff and community,” Deb Gallmeier said. “This is possible through the generosity of our supporters.”
The LifeVac is a non-powered, non-invasive, single-use only airway clearance device developed for resuscitating a victim with an airway obstruction when current choking protocols have been followed without success. LifeVac has a one-way valve that does not allow air to enter a choking victim on the downward motion. The LifeVac comes fully equipped with an adult mask, a pediatric mask and a practice mask. The duration of the suction is minimal, which makes LifeVac safe and effective. Free online training is available.