BREAKING NEWS
Scott Brown told Cheshire EMS providers he would prioritize Medicare and Medicaid reimbursement reform as ambulance services struggle with payments that fall short of care costs
As deaths from 9/11-related illnesses surpass 6,000, advocates are pressing New York City to release decades-old records detailing air quality and toxic exposures at Ground Zero
Research found older adults treated in geriatric emergency departments were less likely to be hospitalized or die within 30 days than similar patients treated in traditional EDs
Research on World Trade Center responders found PTSD and prolonged Ground Zero exposure were associated with signs of accelerated brain aging
The new 10,000-square-foot Clinical Center of Excellence in Meridian will provide simulation, procedural and aircraft training for flight nurses, paramedics and respiratory therapists
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UPCOMING & ON-DEMAND EVENTS
Avoid common registration delays that could cost you funding opportunities
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
INDUSTRY INSIGHTS
In a field that struggles to recruit and retain qualified personnel, support systems cannot be treated as ”soft” issues
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Community paramedicine demands a mindset shift — from crisis mode to continuity of care. Learn how EMS providers can build trust, treat root causes and redefine what success looks like.
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.
Hundreds of comments reveal broad support for off-duty cannabis use among EMS professionals, while questions about impairment testing, liability and federal rules remain sticking points
The Anthony Giambrone case exposes the widening gap between drug-free workplace rules, medical marijuana laws and what it actually means to be fit for duty.
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
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