Personal Physiological Monitoring Systems

U.S. Department of Homeland Security. 01/2017 This two-page technical note provides information about personal physiological monitoring systems (PPMS), which allow for continuous, non-invasive monitoring of emergency responders ' biometrics or vital signs, including heart rate, blood pressure, respiratory rate, and body temperature. Field usage of PPMS may prevent or reduce line-of-duty injuries and deaths, especially those caused by cardiovascular events. (PDF)
Source: Disaster Lit: Resource Guide for Disaster Medicine and Public Health - Category: International Medicine & Public Health Authors: Source Type: news