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The two-year Department of Investigation probe will require biannual updates on environmental health risks first responders and survivors faced after the 2001 attacks
Three years in, Flagstaff’s alternative response CARE Unit has decreased ER transports and police involvement in crisis calls
The new Buchanan County EMS station features enhanced safety measures, including rapid closing doors, secure surveillance and storm rooms
Good Fellowship Ambulance and EMS Training Institute will receive a new EMS-equipped all-terrain vehicle, funded through a state grant, to help responders reach patients in hard-to-access areas
With 1,288 cases and outbreaks in 14 states, the U.S. is facing its largest measles spread since 1991, prompting renewed CDC efforts and warnings amid falling vaccination rates
President Trump toured flood-ravaged Kerr County, praising first responders and local officials while avoiding criticism over FEMA cuts
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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.
Ambulances and specialty vehicles are crucial for delivering emergency medical services (EMS) in diverse environments, ranging from urban settings to remote areas. This topic covers vehicle types, configurations, design standards, and customization options for specific missions such as critical care transport, bariatric response, and tactical EMS. Understanding the capabilities and limitations of different vehicles enables agencies to select the most suitable platform for their specific needs. Vehicle safety, maintenance, and procurement are also explored. For details on enhancing vehicle functionality, see Ambulance Accessories. Explore the articles in this topic to learn more about selecting and managing EMS response vehicles.
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.
The EMS1 Capnography product category features products and information for researching capnography’s use by EMS personnel to aid in their assessment and treatment of patients in the prehospital environment.
The EMS1 Neonatal/Pediatric product category features products and information for researching EMS pediatric equipment, covering a variety of patient handling, CPR, training equipment and more.
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Next-gen technology that keeps public safety connected to mission-critical tools
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Learn how public safety agencies can overcome recruitment roadblocks with real-world strategies rooted in leadership, transparency and cultural change
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Airway management guru Kelly Grayson on when and how to escalate to a more invasive and secure airway, and when to elevate care
Explore ketamine uses and outcomes with purposeful data analysis
A crowd-sourced educational stress management experience with Mike Taigman and Angela Leath for cops, firefighters, EMTs, paramedics, 911 telecommunicators and correctional officers
Interoperable system solutions break data silos and support ongoing innovation
Harnessing technology to improve performance, simplify workflows and help the agency demonstrate value
Learn about the state of public safety and how your agency can best plan for short- and long-term operational challenges
Join Jay Fitch, PhD; and Anthony Minge, EdD, for an encore of John O’Leary’s powerful Pinnacle Keynote
Learn how advanced cardiac resuscitation techniques lead to increased survival in OOH cardiac arrest
Learn how to utilize hospital outcome data to evaluate chemical sedation, including ketamine, benzodiazepine and anti-psychotics
A firsthand perspective on COVID-19 in EMS and fire and how data can help shape your agency’s response
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