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Spokane County Fire District 9 will begin operating its own ambulance service July 1, becoming the county’s only fire district independent of AMR
A new city audit says a 2019 triage protocol helped slow firefighter turnout, contributing to missed emergency response goals across San Diego for three years in a row
Founded in 1976, a small group of volunteers built what is now West Hancock Ambulance Service, serving multiple communities
Beginning July 1, the Lexington Fire Protection District will become the primary ambulance provider for the Octavia Fire Protection District, covering four communities with BLS service
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The ET3 model team will go over the portal’s functionality, as well as give guidance and tips on how to submit an application and participate
Join the discussion on how the 5G mobile technology network will have huge implications for public safety
The webinars will cover security for places of worship and how to prepare for complex attacks
Learn how prehospital providers can play a key role in determining the outcome of TBI patients
The State of 911 webinar will discuss how a new digital version of the NG911 Readiness Checklist will make it easier to use
Learn how you can quickly assess and treat patients with sepsis as an EMS provider
Capnography experts will answer some of the most common questions first responders have
NHTSA’s Office of EMS will discuss how two EMS agencies are using data to not only improve performance, but demonstrate value
How REMSA’s community health program created a path to success and sustainability
Safeguard patients’ lives—and your career—by using ePCRs to get the data right
INDUSTRY INSIGHTS
The resulting device can help ensure first-pass success even in difficult airways
Whether in virtual reality or on a web browser, first responders can practice medical and behavioral health scenarios in a safe, realistic environment
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
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“Maybe I cannot stop which threatens peace. But maybe, for one little moment, I can put others at ease.”
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Add on-the-go supplements, hydration and sleep aids to ward off winter illnesses
A letter penned by a military spouse helps explain Santa’s appearance on days other than Christmas for first responders and military members working the holiday
For first responders, mocktails offer a way to join in the festivities while staying sharp and ready for any call
Find answers to all your questions surrounding this five-day online shopping bonanza
These events provide first responders with a unique opportunity to connect with their communities, promote safety and foster goodwill beyond emergency response
Early deals are already live! Check them out today
Pill organizers and dispensers that help prevent missed doses, overdoses and interactions
Sudden cardiac arrest can strike without warning, and every minute counts
Grab these firefighter-approved turkey fryers and related equipment
Prevent common at-home injuries with practical tools to prevent falls and ensure emergency help is always within reach
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