Ambulances and Emergency Vehicles
Our directory features a range of articles on Ambulances and Emergency Vehicles, providing crucial information for EMS professionals. Topics include vehicle maintenance, design considerations, and the latest innovations in emergency vehicle technology. Understanding the role of Ambulances and Emergency Vehicles is vital for ensuring efficient and safe patient transport. For further insights, explore our resources on ambulance safety, which are closely related to the operational aspects of emergency vehicles. Access these articles to stay updated on best practices and advancements in emergency vehicle management.
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A study found that 2.2 percent of shooting and stabbing patients who arrived in a private vehicle died versus 11.6 who were transported via ambulance
Recommendations to reduce lights and ambulance siren use to less than 50 percent of responses and 5 percent of transports presented during EMS Focus webinar
A Southwest Health ambulance transporting a patient rolled over in a one-vehicle crash
Two paramedics were driving back from a call when they encountered severe weather
During a rough transport, the ambulance hit a large pothole, which stabilized a man’s heart that was reaching 200 bpm
A man riding with a patient during transport to a hospital was charged with theft after vials of morphine and ketamine were found to be missing
The feasibility of a telehealth program within a large EMS system highlights progress in matching healthcare resources with patient needs
The East Peoria Fire Department found a satisfying way to upgrade its ambulance fleet and save the city money at the same time
For the second time in a month, the Floyd County Council declined to fund the purchase of a third ambulance, but EMS officials won’t take no for an answer
Formally known as the Move Over Law, it requires drivers to vacate the lane closest if there are first responders, public works employees or tow-truck operators on the shoulder
Gold Cross has been part of the Mayo Clinic system since 1994, but it’ll soon rebrand to reflect the affiliation
Agencies could be fined from $500 to $2,000 for violations of the response time requirements, or for lacking proper equipment and properly maintained vehicles
Finger Lakes Ambulance decreased their response time from six minutes and 43 seconds to five minutes and 39 seconds with the addition of a new ambulance
Learn what CMS will offer for reimbursement for alternative destinations and treat in place, and who will have the have the final say in the ET3 model
From changes in the payor mix to compliance issues and data breaches, don’t hide under the covers when fiscal challenges rear their ugly heads
The Red, White & Blue Fire Protection District’s old ambulance will allow citizens in Honduras to receive medical attention in a timely manner
New York Fire Department EMT Yadira Arroyo was killed in 2017 after a man stole her ambulance and ran her down
Katherine Stafford was hit by the rig as she was riding down the street on her bike, thrown into the road and suffered serious injuries
The medic driving the ambulance pulled over after noticing an odd smell, and a second ambulance drove the patient to the hospital
Beginning in 2020, Flirtey, a drone delivery service, will begin sending AEDs to cardiac arrest victims identified by 911 dispatchers
The legislation would provide relief to rural agencies who are stretched thin when it comes to budgets and personnel
Located in a rural area and unaffiliated with any hospitals, Gooding County EMS officials feel they can better serve the public as a paramedic-level agency
The man hit at least three cars before police officers caught up with him
Medical clearance of psychiatric emergencies in the field
The 1927 ambulance was thought to have been scrapped after about 30 years of use at the Detroit Fire Department, but was later found at a car show
Paramedic Field Chief Patrick Fitzmaurice said the added ambulances were a “Band-Aid on a wound that needed a tourniquet”
Hawaii Rep. John Mizuno is pushing for bills that would increase EMS funding to replace aging ambulances and avoid any more breakdowns
Though Oak Park did not need to call upon a mobile stroke unit in 2018, trustees approved an extension to its agreement with Rush University Medical Center
Lawmakers seek to replace the long, droning sound from first responder vehicles to a European-style, high-low sound
From custom colors to anti-theft systems and additional patient transport options, EMS Today attendees will find four Braun ambulance demos to explore
Jawwaad Tasawwur Robinson first sparked a fire after crashing a vehicle into a tree, and was receiving medical treatment when he stole a fire department truck
Tampa Mayor Bob Buckhorn said the city’s ambulance fleet, which is the oldest in the region, hasn’t been updated due to a half-billion dollar revenue shortfall