BREAKING NEWS
The Long Creek Fire Protection District’s trustees voted to terminate the ambulance service over legal and funding concerns and its impact on Abbott EMS
Fire and police agencies in Nashville, New Orleans, Toledo and Prince George’s County launched investigations and placed employees on leave after online comments about Kirk’s death
Campbell, also assistant fire chief with Chesapeake-Union Township VFD, died while on duty at Chesapeake EMS Station 3
Multnomah County reports better coverage but rising complaints, fewer stroke alerts, slow trauma departures and medics citing rushed training and burnout
The Enhancing First Response Act would recognize dispatchers’ lifesaving role and improve emergency communications infrastructure
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SPECIAL REPORTS
UPCOMING & ON-DEMAND EVENTS
Communication, PPE and decontamination strategies highlighted the 4th FirstWatch and Paramedic Chiefs of Canada COVID-19 webinar
The two-day program will feature sessions on topics such as mental health, telemedicine and community paramedicine in rural areas
Outlining defined goals and metrics through strategic planning prevents medical errors from reaching patients in the prehospital environment
Learn how communities across the country are leveraging community paramedicine and mobile integrated health for better patient care
Public safety professionals of all ranks and positions can learn to convey messages of hope and resiliency
Behind the effort to update the 2009 National EMS Education Standards and what it means for the industry
The team is also hosting a tutorial webinar about the RFA Online Portal, which will review functionality, and provide guidance and tips for EMS agencies and providers
Learn more about the trends that are shaping the field of EMS from our discussion of the 2019 EMS1 Trend Report
The ET3 model team will go over the portal’s functionality, as well as give guidance and tips on how to submit an application and participate
Join the discussion on how the 5G mobile technology network will have huge implications for public safety
The webinars will cover security for places of worship and how to prepare for complex attacks
Learn how prehospital providers can play a key role in determining the outcome of TBI patients
INDUSTRY INSIGHTS
ESO’s Auto-Generated Narrative for EHR shifts EMS documentation from manual typing to one-click review, freeing medics for patient care
Improved communication, ergonomics and ride lead to better patient outcomes and better working environments for paramedics and EMTs
This app lets crews create and lock charts on scene, reduce errors and expedite QA/QI from their mobile devices
How technology can mitigate diversion and ensure compliance
Independent mounting systems work seamlessly to secure medical equipment during flight
OFF DUTY
Grab these firefighter-approved turkey fryers and related equipment
Prevent common at-home injuries with practical tools to prevent falls and ensure emergency help is always within reach
From grabber tools to car safety handles, discover affordable devices designed to assist with mobility and reach, reducing the risk of injury
From staying active to finding purpose, these tried-and-true strategies will help you navigate and enjoy life after retirement
Some first responders take the unique experience of serving the public into the political arena
Discover how one public safety professional rebuilt her identity and found new purpose after an injury led to early retirement in her 30s
Preparing yourself for colder conditions will decrease your odds of missing out on training time due to sickness or injuries
Become familiar with the signs associated with date rape drugs like Ketamine, GHB and Rohypnol, and how to protect yourself from becoming a victim
Discover essential tools to help individuals with limited mobility navigate daily life more easily and securely
From the advanced engineering and design to the extra strong hardware and stitching, these tactical backpacks are designed to support you without weighing you down
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