BREAKING NEWS
In Sterling Heights, new weekday EMT units and a color-coded dispatch system are easing paramedic burnout and targeting rising EMS calls
Las Vegas Metropolitan Police search and rescue teams rappelled 600 feet down Dark Shadows Wall to reach the injured climber, lowering him to safety after a complex operation
Victims say someone threw flammable liquid onto the fire in Whitfield County, sending flames through the crowd and prompting multiple airlifts to burn centers
Federal prosecutors will seek capital punishment for the kidnapping, carjacking and killing of Florence County Paramedic Phonesia Machado-Fore
Four people were stabbed after a crash on the Outer Loop near Annandale, prompting Virginia State Police to shoot a knife-wielding suspect
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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
For New Jersey’s JFK EMS, a mobile-first strategy boosts accuracy, speeds documentation and strengthens quality improvement efforts
From unit assignment to nonemergent scheduling, this software solution can help call centers and EMS agencies manage staffing shortages and growing demand
Turnover in your billing office may reveal where reimbursement relies on memory instead of documented process
A unified technology suite can bring big advantages in a tight labor environment, including improved revenue
The final rule has been released – here’s what a veteran enforcement agent finds most important about it
WATCH NOW
Dr. Remle Crowe returns to EMS One-Stop to reveal the personal and professional drive behind a groundbreaking special issue of Prehospital Emergency Care
OFF DUTY
Daniel O’Beirne and Jordan Reed, two strangers with fire and EMS backgrounds, worked together to save a driver whose semi-truck struck a pole and burst into flames
From a marathon runner who performed CPR on the course to a college student who stopped class to help his professor, these EMS providers stepped up to render aid in unexpected circumstances
Reflecting on why other officers didn’t speak up during George Floyd’s detainment
Know when to stop, how much assistance to provide and how to hand off patient care to responding authorities
Carry a small personal aid kit with you at all times to treat the aches, cuts and scrapes you are most likely to experience yourself or need to treat in friends and family
What ePCR phrases or terms do you use to describe everyday events, injury or illness while you are off-duty?
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According to EMS1 data, EMTs are 1.23 times more likely than other consumers to have a credit card. Are you selecting the correct one?
EMS leaders and field personnel need to intensify the conversation about this very serious issue
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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.
Patient care is the foundation of EMS, encompassing the assessment, treatment, and transport of individuals in medical or trauma emergencies. This topic covers essential practices, including airway management, bleeding control, medication administration, and patient monitoring. It also includes protocols, documentation, and communication with receiving facilities. Delivering effective patient care requires clinical knowledge, critical thinking, and adherence to current guidelines. For tools that support care delivery in the field, see Diagnostic Equipment. Explore the articles in this topic to stay informed on essential skills and strategies for high-quality EMS patient care.
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