Wireless Information System for Emergency Responders to end Feb. 28
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On Feb. 28, the National Library of Medicine will discontinue its Wireless Information System for Emergency Responders, which provides web-based and standalone applications to help emergency responders address hazardous material incidents. According to the NLM, other information on hazardous materials are available through the departments of Health and Human Services, Transportation, Homeland Security and Commerce.
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