BREAKING NEWS
Despite legal concerns over billing language, the Lake Luzerne Town Board voted to approve a contract with Hadley and the Rockwell Falls Ambulance Service to ensure continued EMS operations
Chief Barton “Butch” Inks, who prioritized physical and mental health initiatives while leading the St. Paul Fire Department, retired this week after a 31-year career shaped by fire, EMS and loss
The OC Bomberos nonprofit has awarded more than 40 scholarships to help aspiring firefighters, EMTs and paramedics afford academy and medical training
Under a new state law, EMS providers must report known or suspected overdoses to a Pennsylvania State Police system aimed at tracking trends and identifying dangerous drug batches
Backed in part by NHTSA’s Office of EMS, the five-year effort targets improvements in EMS, 911 and post-crash care, including prehospital blood transfusion
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UPCOMING & ON-DEMAND EVENTS
Update your understanding of the role of antibiotics, fluid administration and coordination of clinical care
New insight into the latest technology
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
INDUSTRY INSIGHTS
Small changes to how EMS approaches airway management and ventilation can make big differences in OHCA outcomes
It starts with sharpening decision-making skills
A webinar reviews key cases where the ‘most important vital sign’ helped shape care
The federal government’s 43-day interruption underscored the importance of having a robust billing solution
OFF DUTY
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
What they’ll never tell you about why we stay
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