Contributed KITS DONATED — On hand for the donation of bleed kits from WVU Medicine Harrison Community Hospital were, from left, Alex Inclan, director of accounting; Lori Prickett, director of human resources; sheriff’s Capt. Thompson; Judy Bruno, hospital president and CEO; Sheriff Mark Touville; Deputy Thomas; Patrick Huber, hospital director of Operations; Heather Stack, hospital director of quality; and Capt. Smith.

CADIZ — WVU Medicine Harrison Community Hospital donated 12 bleed control kits for the Harrison County Sheriff’s Department.

“We’re proud to give the Harrison County Sheriff’s Department bleed control kits,” Patrick Huber, Harrison Community Hospital director of operations, said. “With the help of an anonymous donor, we provided these lifesaving tools, which reflect our shared commitment to safety, preparedness, and the well-being of our community. We are grateful for the donation and for being able to work together on efforts that can make a real difference during an emergency.”

The bleed control kits help stop life-threatening blood loss before professional help arrives. The kits include a bleed control guide, tourniquets, emergency blanket, marker, nitrile exam gloves, scissors and trauma dressing and pads.

“The Harrison County Sheriff’s Department is beyond grateful for the donation of these bleed control kits. This is something I felt was very important and, unfortunately, can be a costly item that we desperately needed,” Deputy S. Thomas said.

“While we hope these kits are never used, it is reassuring to know that if a critical incident occurs, we can provide care to one another until medical staff can take over. We are truly blessed to have a caring community that supports us.”

For information on WVU Medicine Harrison Community Hospital, visit WVUMedicine.org/Harrison.