BREAKING NEWS
Sacred Cross EMS is rallying support for Herstle Renfroe, a longtime EMS provider and volunteer firefighter whose family died in a Parker County house fire
Grapevine firefighters cited concerns over staffing, fire response capabilities, communication and morale after department changes replaced an engine with an EMS-focused squad
Five firefighters and 14 civilians were taken to hospitals after an FDNY fire truck and MTA bus collided at a Bronx intersection
The firefighter was serving the community when flames engulfed his Parker County home
Two paramedics climbed onto their vehicle after becoming trapped in fast-moving floodwaters during Hurricane Lala
EXCLUSIVES
🎧 NEW: Knoxville’s Mission District model takes EMS beyond the 911 call
This week, Rob Lawrence speaks with Wesley Brookshear, critical care paramedic and FTO program supervisor with AMR in Knoxville, Tenn., about a community-led effort that is changing how EMS responds to the city’s Mission District.
SPECIAL REPORTS
UPCOMING & ON-DEMAND EVENTS
Transform everyday data into evidence that drives performance
Stop managing schedules and start strengthening your workforce
Learn how EMS leaders are approaching AI with clarity, confidence and operational focus
Practical strategies to build influence, engage policymakers and drive meaningful industry change
Work smarter, document faster and submit with confidence
Learn how public safety agencies can overcome recruitment roadblocks with real-world strategies rooted in leadership, transparency and cultural change
What the rule changes mean for EMS and how agencies can reduce risk, lighten administrative burden and support better patient care
Harnessing next-generation clinical guidance to reduce chaos and enhance confidence for EMS providers
Empower personnel to step in early — before issues escalate
Lessons from agencies mastering real-time collaboration under pressure
End the burnout cycle with proven initiatives to create a more sustainable EMS culture
This informative webinar will provide key information on how two public safety agencies (one police and one fire) funded comprehensive smartphone programs that provided issued devices to all personnel.
INDUSTRY INSIGHTS
As oversight increases, EMS agencies have an opportunity to modernize workflows and reduce administrative strain
In a field that struggles to recruit and retain qualified personnel, support systems cannot be treated as ”soft” issues
WATCH NOW
From a hoax school shooting to Boston Marathon planning, real-world incidents show how relationships and pre-event coordination determine outcomes
OFF DUTY
The off-duty EMS1 topic highlights off-duty incidents involving EMS personnel, off-duty passions of EMS providers and other industry-relevant information related to off-duty activities.
Find the perfect pair of tactical glasses with our expert recommendations, focusing on safety, optical clarity and advanced protection
The bestselling “One Second After” author urged EMS leaders to prepare for operational continuity,
resilience and decision-making when critical infrastructure fails
resilience and decision-making when critical infrastructure fails
Keep your new tattoo safe, clean and vibrant with these nine tips tailored for tough environments
Know when to stop, how much assistance to provide and how to hand off patient care to responding authorities
Self-awareness is the uncomfortable mirror that exposes the habits keeping you stuck — and it’s the first step toward reclaiming your direction
Check out these classic comedy sketches involving firefighters, EMTs and paramedics
Chronic inflammation is driven by sleep disruption, poor nutrition, limited exercise and unresolved trauma
A career in public safety or emergency response can take a toll on your loved ones; here’s what you need to know
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