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Here is additional information about the helmet system vendors and pricing (with thanks to Julio Garcia who provided the information and Helen Gelly who provided the photos):

  • Amron International helmets are $196.50 for the complete set-up.  I prefer the silicone neck seal, as you do need to worry about latex allergies and they hold up better.  Also the neck rings/collars can be sterilized and re-used, which decreases the cost. This is a two piece system, which I prefer to a one-piece.
  • Helen Gelly notes that the Amron system is missing some pieces like snaps.

  • Sea-Long Medical Systems helmets range from $162.70 to $279.92. The straps on the Sea-long are nicer than Amron’s, as they are wider and softer. This is a two-piece system, which I prefer to a one-piece. (Photo by Helen Gelly).

  • Subsalve has a one-piece unit.  No prices are listed. I have not used this one.

–Julio R. Garcia RN, ACHRN

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