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2013 Year in Review

With 2013 coming to a close, we look back on some of the biggest stories and issues from EMS in the past 12 months. Read accounts of the year’s most memorable incidents in our features from those in the field, enjoy expert commentary from our columnists and watch some of the best videos from the world of EMS in 2013.

When depression or PTSD sets in, peer support is the lifeline that never fails
EMS will continue to shrivel if we don’t change and expand the profession we love
Criminal acts and civic crises abounded this year
Join us as we look back on the most read, commented and shared articles on EMS1 over the past year
From shrinking capnographs to guideline overhauls, a lot changed this year
From strapless cylinders and improved tourniquets to portable scanners and telemedicine systems, this year brought innovations big and small