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Whiteout conditions on Interstate 196 near Grand Rapids, triggered a massive crash involving cars and semitrailer trucks and leaving numerous people injured
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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From chronic burnout and staffing gaps to a lack of meaningful leadership engagement, personnel are sounding the alarm — and offering a roadmap for change
A guide to securing grants, building partnerships and sustaining MIH-CP programs
Assessment and treatment pearls to simplify three common chest trauma presentations
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
INDUSTRY INSIGHTS
Small changes to how EMS approaches airway management and ventilation can make big differences in OHCA outcomes
Learn the four data fields dispatch must get right for stronger financial performance
Now it supports EMS and fire professionals with secure, automated medication dispensing solutions
How to prepare for high-risk, low-frequency events
The federal government’s 43-day interruption underscored the importance of having a robust billing solution
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On the anniversary of the deadly terrorist attacks, the number of EMT and paramedic deaths should come to mind as quickly as “343 firefighters”
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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).
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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.
Ambulance accessories play a key role in supporting EMS providers during emergency response, patient transport, and on-scene care. This topic covers essential tools and equipment such as oxygen storage systems, interior lighting, stretcher mounts, communication devices, and safety restraints. Reliable ambulance accessories help improve efficiency, protect patients and crew, and maintain readiness for all types of calls. Understanding what accessories are available—and how to use them—can support better outcomes in the field.
The EMS1 EMS Communications product category features products and information for researching EMS communications.
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