BREAKING NEWS
A $7,300 hospital-to-hospital ride prompted a Merced councilmember to push price disclosures for non-911 transports
El Paso and Teller counties expect $75M over 18 years to fund youth prevention and treatment, including $500K for Homeward Pikes Peak and $300K for Colorado Springs Fire’s reentry program
At Dayton General, leaders warn the One Big Beautiful Bill Act’s work rules and funding cuts could shutter facilities, stretch ERs and push patients farther from care
An ambulance transporting a patient to Oklahoma City collided with a semi, killing Woodward County Paramedic Jeffery W. Jones
Only 14 states require 9/11 instruction, and Massachusetts hasn’t until Gov. Maura Healey directed the state to embed September 11 into curriculum framework
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UPCOMING & ON-DEMAND EVENTS
Harnessing next-generation clinical guidance to reduce chaos and enhance confidence for EMS providers
Empower personnel to step in early — before issues escalate
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
INDUSTRY INSIGHTS
Developed for humanitarian crises, My-Shield delivers a nonflammable, environmentally conscious disinfecting option for EMS crews
Learn the four data fields dispatch must get right for stronger financial performance
The federal government’s 43-day interruption underscored the importance of having a robust billing solution
Now it supports EMS and fire professionals with secure, automated medication dispensing solutions
How NarcBox can help EMS agencies prepare for stricter controlled-substance accountability
WATCH NOW
This Inside EMS and EMS One-Stop crossover episode tackles the future of EMS and how agencies should be adapting
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.
From skipped meals to nonstop radios, you can’t control the clock. What you can control is how you recover, reset and protect yourself for a career that lasts.
A delayed arrival and sharp instincts led to a lifesaving intervention by Maryland EMS clinicians when a fan went into sudden cardiac arrest
Find the perfect pair of tactical glasses with our expert recommendations, focusing on safety, optical clarity and advanced protection
Brian McCaffrey himself can remind your crew that “you go, we go”
Their quick thinking after a series of sudden deaths led to the discovery of cyanide-laced Tylenol — and a turning point in consumer safety
After surviving a rare and aggressive cancer, Dan Carr is recovering — and shining a light on the lifesaving power of organ donors like Stacey Holden
From renting out tools to real estate crowdfunding, here are 5 low-maintenance ways for first responders to build passive income
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
PRODUCT RESEARCH CATEGORIES
Training simulators are key tools for building EMS skills through realistic, scenario-based learning. This topic covers high- and low-fidelity simulators used to practice airway management, trauma care, cardiac response, and other critical interventions. Simulators help EMS personnel improve decision-making, teamwork, and clinical performance in a controlled environment. They also support certification, recertification, and ongoing education. For additional resources used in EMS training, see Training Equipment & Supplies. Explore the articles in this topic to learn how simulators enhance the quality and effectiveness of EMS training programs.
The EMS1 EMS Automated CPR product category is a collection of products and information for researching Automated Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) products. It covers a variety of Automated External Defibrillators (AEDs), training tools and other resuscitation products.
The Online Training product category features products and information for researching EMS online training and covering a variety of products and services, including training programs/courses available online.
The CPR & Resuscitation product category features products and information for researching Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) products.
The Financial, Insurance & Legal Services product category features information and resources for researching Financial Services solutions, as well as insurance options and legal resources, and includes financial leasing options, various types of insurance, mortgage tools and retirement planning assistance.
The Software product category features information, product listings and resources for researching EMS software solutions and covers a variety of software products such as billing, field data and scheduling software, as well as computer-aided dispatch (CAD) and electronic patient care reporting (ePCR).
The EMS1 Station product category features products and information for researching EMS facilities and supplies, and covers a variety of products and services, including furniture, chairs, couches, sofas and facility furniture.
The EMS Education product category features information and resources for researching EMS education, including tools, products, news articles and more.
The EMS1 Patient Handling product category features products and information for researching EMS patient handling equipment, including stretchers, stair chairs, immobilization equipment, infection control and other tools for successful patient handling, lifting and moving.
Training equipment and supplies are essential for preparing EMS providers to perform critical skills safely and effectively. This topic encompasses manikins, simulation devices, task trainers, and consumable materials used in skills labs and continuing education programs. Quality training tools support realistic scenarios, hands-on practice, and competency-based assessments. Keeping training equipment current and well-maintained ensures providers are ready for real-world emergencies. For tools used during actual patient care, see Diagnostic Equipment. Explore the articles in this topic to learn how training resources support EMS education and readiness.