EMS News
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BREAKING NEWS
West Hartford-based AMR paramedics Alexander Megquier and Aaron Durette are among 32 responders nationwide recognized
What tunes will you be playing as you prepare to transport ghouls, ghosts or goblins?
Among those recognized were a firefighter/paramedic who saved an infant from a blaze and an EMS sergeant who provided lifesaving aid while off duty on vacation
Firefighters, EMS crews and police officers connected with Warren County families, highlighting the training and teamwork behind public safety
The new Hubbard Main Street bridge marks the city’s first tribute to local first responders, with officials praising their courage and commitment
As part of a two-week campaign beginning on National First Responders Day, each store will donate $500 to fire, police and veteran groups in over 2,300 communities
The upgrade streamlines how EMS, fire, police and local government agencies find, apply for and manage grants
EMS crews used a Stokes basket and rope system to rescue the critically injured man after he fell from the Acrisure Stadium’s main scoreboard
The Medstar unit was taken from a crash scene in Novi, leading to another crash and fire that injured four people
TRENDING NEWS
COLUMNISTS & EXPERTS
After the abrupt dismissal of the federal EMS advisory council, outgoing members are stepping up — ensuring the next cohort won’t start cold
Michael Fraley breaks down what paramedics need to know about what’s changed — and what hasn’t — in the new resuscitation guidance
New Florida data shows the profession must evolve or continue to lose talent at unsustainable rates
Paramedics push back on Indiana county’s new agreement allowing fire department medics to assist in DUI blood testing, citing ethical and legal concerns
Paramedic Eddie Barnes saved a life with skills he wasn’t authorized to use — prompting an investigation that reveals the moral gray zone of modern EMS
The heartbreaking death of a Kansas City FF/paramedic reminds us that every shift carries unseen dangers
PRODUCT NEWS
Marking back-to-back recognition, this year’s honor underscores First Due’s leadership in artificial intelligence for public safety
The department utilized resources provided through the NarcBox Grant Assistance Program
The new, award-winning ambulance is designed to give first responders greater safety, comfort, and performance
Visitors are invited to explore the MSV-II 170 Type III — built for Indy’s very own first responders and trusted by EMS crews nationwide
The OneWeight scale mounts to virtually any EMS stretcher
Built from real-world feedback for EMS and hospital teams, the Zenix monitor/defibrillator pairs a rugged large touchscreen with intuitive, on-the-fly customization
Technimount’s Xtension Pro Neonatal secures a Dräger T1500 incubator and multiple devices to a Stryker Power-PRO 2 stretcher without compromising everyday use via XClamp Technology