BREAKING NEWS
UT Southwestern Medical Center research finds ED visits for heat-related illnesses among children have spiked sharply over the past decade
Monsoon rains triggered flash flooding in Ruidoso, New Mexico, sweeping one house downstream and leaving at least three people missing as officials continue search efforts
The number of missing people has tripled in Kerr County, home to Camp Mystic, where at least 27 campers and counselors died
Authorities in Kerr County are asking untrained volunteers to stay away from flood search zones for safety reasons and to avoid hindering rescue operations
An 8-year-old boy was critically injured after falling 20 feet into a shaft near the top of the Koko Head Trail in Oahu
EXCLUSIVES
The 1970s drama introduced audiences to the world of paramedics and left a lasting impact on the EMS profession. Here’s where to watch and how to celebrate its legacy.
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While often present in public safety culture, gallows humor is a double-edged tool — providing momentary relief but carrying emotional risks if left unchecked
PRODUCT RESEARCH CATEGORIES
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.
The EMS1 Vehicle Accessories product category is a collection of products and information for researching EMS Vehicle Accessories and covers a variety of products, including consoles, mounts, emergency lights and laptops.
The EMS1 EMS Communications product category features products and information for researching EMS communications.
The CO Screening product category features products and information for researching CO Screening and Testing, also known as Carbon Monoxide Testing, which covers CO Screening products such as CO meters, as well as resources for carbon monoxide first responder rehabilitation.
The CPR & Resuscitation product category features products and information for researching Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) products.
The EMS1 Bleeding Control product category features products and information for researching Bleeding Control products by EMS personnel to aid in their assessment and treatment of patients in the prehospital environment.
The EMS1 ePCR – Electronic Patient Care Reporting product category features information and resources for researching ePCR products, including solutions that allow you to collect patient information and care details electronically.
The Community Paramedicine Software product category features information, product listings and resources for researching EMS Community Paramedicine Software solutions, including billing, field data and scheduling software as well as computer aided dispatch (CAD) and electronic patient care reporting (ePCR).
The EMS1 Inventory Management product category features information, product listings and resources for researching Inventory Management.
INDUSTRY INSIGHTS
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Learn how public safety agencies can overcome recruitment roadblocks with real-world strategies rooted in leadership, transparency and cultural change
Every time we take our hands off the chest, perfusion pressure — and the chances of ROSC — drops
UPCOMING & ON-DEMAND EVENTS
Strategies to unilaterally reduce ED wait times and get back into service
Feel better by converting your key relationships from stress-producers to stress-reducers
Healthy habits to nurture provider resiliency, career longevity
Learn how balanced usability, access and security enable first responders to do their jobs more effectively wherever they are
Mission critical communications networks and Wireless WAN work in concert to enable first responders to make informed decisions and act quickly
How technological advances influence PSAPs and ECCs and redefine the public safety ecosystem
Join this discussion with real-life spouses Mike Taigman and Sascha Liebowitz, on how to repair burnout by reconnecting with loved ones and mitigating the impact of the job on your relationships.
Taking a deeper look into the role of technology in public safety, our presenters offer insights into current technology use, and how it can save lives.
Join us for a discussion of the 2021 EMS Trend Report’s findings and strategies to combat the major issues facing EMS
You wouldn’t make cookies with just a fraction of the ingredients, why would you make decisions without all the data?
Learn how mental health support programs can alleviate stress in the workplace
Relationships and trust are the foundation of partnerships and contracts