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Cassandra Angelo

MPH
Outreach Coordinator
New Jersey Department of Health

Cassandra Angelo, BS, serves as the Outreach Coordinator for the New Jersey Department of Health, Division of Disaster Preparedness, Resiliency, and Emergency Medical Services. In this capacity, she plays a pivotal role in coordinating, reviewing, and monitoring the activities of the “Five Minutes to Help”, first responder training program. In this role, Cassandra collaborates with a dedicated team of field instructors to ensure that all activities are tracked, analyzed, and reported. This initiative is conducted in partnership with a wide array of stakeholders, including local, regional, and state agencies, with the goal of ensuring the successful implementation of opioid response initiatives. Cassandra holds a Bachelor of Science in Public Health from Montclair State University and is currently pursuing a Master’s Degree in Public Health at Rutgers School of Public Health.

2026 Sessions

Turning the Tide: Empowering EMS to Lead the Fight Against the Opioid Epidemic

Yes, I understand

Join us for an illuminating session that delves into the powerful role of EMS clinicians and cutting-edge analysis in the battle against the opioid epidemic within your jurisdiction. Discover how states like New Jersey are shifting approach and leading the charge through a groundbreaking collaboration between EMS, law enforcement, and public health agencies at both local and state levels.

By harnessing the capabilities of EMS data, stakeholders can effectively monitor suspected opioid and illicit drug overdoses, pinpoint surges using "hot spot" geo-mapping, and pioneer medication-assisted treatment (MAT) and rapid referral programs in prehospital settings. Furthermore, we will shine a spotlight on the transformative "Five Minutes to Help" program, designed to equip EMS clinicians with deeper insights into Substance Use Disorder (SUD), tackle stigma, promote harm reduction, and foster behavioral change at the provider level.

Don't miss this opportunity to be part of a pioneering movement that integrates EMS into treatment, harm reduction, and recovery efforts through education, collaboration, and innovative resources.

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Friday, October 02 2:15–3:15 PM
Room W240 C
Community Paramedicine
Faculty

Cassandra Angelo

MPH
Outreach Coordinator
New Jersey Department of Health

Cassandra Angelo, BS, serves as the Outreach Coordinator for the New Jersey Department of Health, Division of Disaster Preparedness, Resiliency, and Emergency Medical Services. In this capacity, she plays a pivotal role in coordinating, reviewing, and monitoring the activities of the “Five Minutes to Help”, first responder training program. In this role, Cassandra collaborates with a dedicated team of field instructors to ensure that all activities are tracked, analyzed, and reported. This initiative is conducted in partnership with a wide array of stakeholders, including local, regional, and state agencies, with the goal of ensuring the successful implementation of opioid response initiatives. Cassandra holds a Bachelor of Science in Public Health from Montclair State University and is currently pursuing a Master’s Degree in Public Health at Rutgers School of Public Health.

Faculty

Tim Seplaki

BS, NRP, CPM
Chief, EMS Data and Intelligence
NJ Dept. of Health; Division of Disaster Preparedness, Resiliency and Emergency Medical Services

Tim Seplaki, BS, NRP, CPM, is the Chief of EMS Data and Technology for the New Jersey Department of Health, Division of Disaster Preparedness, Resiliency and Emergency Medical Services. He oversees the state's electronic Patient Care Reporting and EMS data systems. As a member of the National Association of EMS Officials Data Managers Council, he works with data standards and chairs the NASEMSO Opioid Working Group. Tim coordinates bio-surveillance data on opioid overdoses and speaks nationally on EMS and opioid crisis response. Tim has over 30 years in EMS and 22 years in the Department. He has served as a Mobile Intensive Care Paramedic, Flight Paramedic, Instructor, and remains active in the EMS community. Tim holds a Bachelor of Science from George Washington University and is a Certified Public Manager.
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