In order to become an EMT or a paramedic, there are four (4) major steps that you will need to complete, which may vary from state to state. In California you must: Meet the eligibility requirements and prerequisites for attending an EMT or paramedic course.
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) is a federal agency that conducts and supports health promotion, prevention and preparedness activities in the United States with the goal of improving overall public health.
DOT stands for Directly Observed Therapy. DOT means that a health care worker meets with a person who has TB to help him or her remember to take the medicines to treat TB. The health care provider watches the patient take each drug dose.