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After years of Christmas-season gaps, Carroll County maintained full staffing without mandatory overtime
Spirit EMS crews and community members collected and delivered more than 200 stuffed animals to hospitals and nursing homes across western Ohio and eastern Indiana
Austin-Travis County EMS drew 350 applications for its latest hiring cycle and graduated 17 cadets in December, while private providers and new grants aim to shore up EMT staffing
The new program places advanced EMTs and paramedics on scene in Willows to provide life-saving interventions before ambulances arrive
A Loveland fire code amendment taking effect in 2026 will mandate AEDs in new venues with occupancies of 100 or more
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Addressing the hidden dangers of cardiovascular disease
Prepare for the impact of extreme weather on critical infrastructure and EMS operations
Creating, developing and sustaining your own program, step by step
Expert perspectives on improving patient outcomes
Learn from a real-world use case of the rescue strike team and the three phases of deployment
Janet Taylor shares assessment and management tips for mastering seizure thresholds, classification and treatment approaches
What if scheduling and finalizing a transport could be done in 60 seconds?
Learn common triggers, assessment findings, and the different phases and classifications of seizures
Key findings from the Verizon Frontline Public Safety Communications survey
A detailed look at the actions leaders can take to implement a systems-level plan to protect their members
Adopting programs to improve EMS service delivery and agency culture
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It starts with sharpening decision-making skills
A webinar reviews key cases where the ‘most important vital sign’ helped shape care
Protecting providers starts with a glove that won’t easily fail
Opioid-settlement dollars are already flowing to EMS – see how to use them to fund secure, compliant narcotics storage
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OFF DUTY
On National Punctuation Day, test your knowledge of punctuation
Researchers have identified four common sleep disturbances experienced by public safety personnel
Discover how providers can improve sleep and fight fatigue with simple changes like air filters, blackout curtains and humidity control
True-to-life emergency response finally gets the Hollywood treatment it deserves
Dive into a curated collection of must-read public safety books, from thrilling accounts and leadership lessons from the front lines, to read-aloud children’s favorites
Books
Explore the books EMS leaders, EMS1 contributors and experts recommend to advance your career, build leadership skills and inspire the next generation
How new federal tax rules could affect your paycheck, deductions and long-term savings
From paddleboarding and kayaking to fishing in remote areas, discover the gear, training and self-defense strategies outdoor enthusiasts need to stay safe on the water
Insulated, smart, and high-capacity bottles designed to help first responders beat dehydration on shift and beyond
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