April 24, 2026 · Prehospital emergency care · DOI: 10.1080/10903127.2026.2661802

Emergency Medical Services Responses at a Large Immigration Detention Facility in Rural Georgia: A Descriptive Analysis

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This study aims to analyze the impact of Emergency Medical Services (EMS) activations originating from the Stewart Detention Center (SDC) in Georgia, particularly in the context of increasing detainee populations. The authors found that SDC accounted for a significant portion of local EMS responses, with many cases requiring transport for serious medical conditions, highlighting the operational challenges faced by EMS in rural areas. The findings suggest a need for further research on the implications of these medical emergencies for EMS systems and public health infrastructure.

Pierre-Carole Tchouapi, Amy Zeidan, Esther Hwang, Trupti Patel, Jasmin Strong, Vega Walke, Annette M Dekker

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