BREAKING NEWS
Hurley officials say a long-planned ambulance service became operational, highlighting a year that also brought a major state grant
Lee County commissioners voted to start drafting a franchise contract with MedEx Medical Transport after choosing its lower-cost proposal over renewing FirstHealth’s agreement
Joint training used a foam pit to simulate complex rescue scenarios, allowing Jackson County EMS and fire crews to practice safe patient care
A former Jefferson County paramedic filed a lawsuit alleging defamation, unfair hiring practices, retaliation and electronic eavesdropping, claiming her reporting of scope-of-practice concerns set off a chain of events
Under a policy that took effect in early November, Virginia Beach EMS now responds to most calls without lights and sirens, citing just a 2–3 minute time savings versus nearly doubled crash risk
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UPCOMING & ON-DEMAND EVENTS
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.
Hear from survey investigators as they share data-driven strategies to improve EMS documentation across agencies
Get the insights, expert advice and tools to help your agency score big on grants
How technology can mitigate diversion and ensure compliance
The assessment sequence that could save lives — Are you using it?
Learn how public safety agencies can overcome recruitment roadblocks with real-world strategies rooted in leadership, transparency and cultural change
Learn why outcome-based leadership is crucial for making meaningful changes in your agency and community
Discover why the departments that treat recruiting like marketing are winning — and how to follow their lead
Hear from EMS systems and leaders turning the promise of whole blood into a proven practice for trauma patients
A recent webinar reviewed its value to EMS and shared tips for ensuring accuracy
INDUSTRY INSIGHTS
Avon Protection showcases the effectiveness and durability of its latest scalable protective system, designed for eye, nose and mouth protection in real-world conditions
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
It starts with sharpening decision-making skills
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.
A chance diagnosis, a national call for help and a liver donated by a fellow firefighter
What DSM-5 recognition of moral injury means for EMS
Understanding the “warrior spirit” concept brings the answer into focus
Share your public safety pride with an ornament on your Christmas tree
These easy, versatile and Amazon-accessible finds make holiday decorating a breeze
From clever socks to statement mugs, we’ve got your quick-gift needs covered
The short answer: Yes. And Dr. Jaime Brower offers the tools to make it happen.
Christmas spirit is all around us, in the cops, EMTs, firefighters and nurses who bring hope just by showing up
Books
A paramedic’s role is to help people and do the best they can for each patient
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The EMS1 Fleet Management product category features information and resources for researching EMS Fleet Management and Ambulance Fleet Management products and programs.
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