City, Fire Dept. Offer 'Vial of Life' Program to Residents

The City of Menifee has partnered with the Riverside County Fire Department in a program designed to help save lives by providing vital information to first responders.

"Vial of Life" is a national program in which participants fill out a medical history form, place it in a magnetic container and stick to the refrigerator. First responders are trained to check the refrigerator for a Vial of Life container.

"During a medical emergency, patients are often disoriented or unable to speak," said Menifee City Manager Rob Johnson. "Knowing critical health-related information can guide emergency personnel as to what direction of care to take. Being aware of a patient's health saves lives and the City of Menifee wants residents to know this program exists and is easy to access."

Residents interested in participating can pick up the form and magnetic container at the Kay Ceniceros Senior Center (29995 Evans Road), City Hall or any Menifee fire station. The Vial of Life does not replace a Do Not Resuscitate form, which must be signed by a doctor.

For more information, call City Hall at 951-672-6777, the Kay Ceniceros Senior Center at 951-672-9673 or Fire Station 76 at 951-679-2241.