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Combat-vet EMT is convicted of fondling patient
		An EMT accused of fondling a domestic assault victim in the back of an ambulance will spend one year in jail. Though his defense attorney cites that he needs treatment for PTSD brought on by tours in Iraq and Afghanistan shortly after 9/11, a judge sentenced him to a year in prison with two years of probation. He will also remain on the sex-offender registry for life. "It's disturbing" Related: Prison for Ore. paramedic who fondled patients

News Analysis: High drivers: How will marijuana laws impact EMS?
		By Art Hsieh, EMS1 Editorial Advisor It's inevitable that EMS will see an increase of patients whose injuries or illness will be impacted by the use of legalized marijuana. Don't get me wrong — I think it's been bad public policy to criminalize marijuana use. There hasn't been conclusive, definitive data to support its use as a gateway drug, or as a key influence in violence and other criminal activity. Certainly there are health hazards, among them driving while under the influence. Need clear guidelines
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The EMS Alumni: A new way to manage Generation Y
		By Steve Athey, EMS1 Columnist Generation Y employees range between the ages of 18 and 28 and have certain tendencies that some employers find difficult. One agency has found a way to develop a culture that supports the employee. Enter the "alumni" concept
Related: Generational Differences in the EMS Workplace - Part Print this article

Innovative Technology for Challenging IV Access
	Weighing 10 ounces, the AccuVein AV300 improves peripheral vascular access for IV infusion by projecting a pattern of light on the patient's skin revealing the position of underlying veins. Easily locate veins, confirm IV access or identify vein punctures in all types of patients, including diabetic, bariatric, dehydrated, pediatric and elderly.
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EMS Roundtable: Expert insights on patient handling
		By EMS1 Staff With many EMS providers being injured during this essential phase of an EMS call, we asked experts from our roster of columnists to share their thoughts on this fundamental aspect of the job. Common mistakes
Related: Special report: Patient handling tools and techniques Print this article

Rad-57™ Quick and Noninvasive Assessment of CO Levels in the Blood
	A patient can be suffering from CO poisoning even if CO is not detected in the air. The symptoms of CO poisoning can be easily mistaken for other illnesses, but it's also possible to be poisoned without any symptoms at all. That's why it's important to test every patient, every time.
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Man crashes motorcycle, lands on feet A man crashes his motorcycle into a truck and miraculously lands on his feet, seemingly okay. Dash cam: Driver sent flying in crash A Russian dash cam captures a crash between a motorcycle and what appears to be an emergency vehicle, sending the cyclist flying. View All ParamedicTV Top Rated Videos

Introducing the New FirstVu HD Body Cam
	Digital Ally's FirstVu HD is smaller, lighter and highly versatile. The system features a user replaceable battery that can outlast your entire shift, records a wide view in HD quality to capture all the important details (even at night), pre-event recording, security features and more.
The Future of Body Cameras

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