BREAKING NEWS
An FDNY EMT told The New York Times she works a second job to make ends meet, renewing calls to raise EMS pay to match firefighters’ salaries
The Harford County Council overrode a veto to increase monthly LOSAP payments for eligible volunteer first responders despite concerns about the review process
Flash flooding swept across central Texas, killing two people and forcing more than 200 water rescues as more heavy rain threatened the region
Smoke from fires in Canada and Minnesota darkened skies, reduced visibility and pushed air quality to unhealthy or hazardous levels across several states
New Hampshire has become the first state to extend its employee assistance program to volunteer firefighters, EMTs and other first responders
EXCLUSIVES
⏰ EMS One-Stop: The countdown to Pinnacle is on.
Anthony Minge joins EMS One-Stop host Rob Lawrence to preview the biggest themes at Pinnacle 2026, from retention and burnout to AI, drones, blood delivery and the challenges redefining EMS.
SPECIAL REPORTS
UPCOMING & ON-DEMAND EVENTS
Stop managing schedules and start strengthening your workforce
Anthony Minge previews the biggest themes at Pinnacle 2026, from retention and burnout to AI, drones, blood delivery and the challenges redefining EMS
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
Its platform gives first responders full visibility into equipment, supplies and compliance
As oversight increases, EMS agencies have an opportunity to modernize workflows and reduce administrative strain
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.
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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
Try one (or all) of these ideas and make movement a priority — together!
Shift your mindset and identity to achieve and maintain your objectives
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