Apps
Whether it’s navigating a pediatric resuscitation or to the ED entrance that’s blocks away from a hospital’s posted address, these apps should be on every EMT’s smartphone
Instead of giving stock to its executive team, Ambulnz gave it to its frontline responders, and paired it with a novel push-to-request dispatch system
Law enforcement, EMS and civic leaders joined forces to get a valuable communication app in the right hands
The VenTrainer app enables new training opportunities in the world of mechanical ventilation
Lt. Gov. Adam Gregg said the pilot program will show whether the United Hatzalah product could address the lack of ambulance services in rural areas
Using an app that shares GPS coordinates, Deerfield firefighters were directed to the injured man’s location
UCF RESTORES also received $270,000 to work with Florida A&M to build a statewide mental health wellness toolkit for first responders
Spokane Fire Department members have been learning to how use the pediatric resuscitation system and mobile app
FirstNet, warning systems focus of House subcommittee update
The RapidSOS web-based tool will enable responders to connect patients with the best resources
Paramedic Johnathan Harrison said a tragic incident on his job inspired him to create a device that would make 911 callers’ homes more visible to first responders
Drexel University researchers reported the outcomes of the use of the app in Philadelphia over the course of a year
“Heroes Health” is available for free download for first responders and healthcare personnel to assess their mental health symptoms and access support resources
The app is designed to provide first responders with expert information and allow them to screen their symptoms
Rapid restoration of blood flow is the most critical determiner of functional brain survival
The app sends out an alert to people within a 10-mile radius when a shooting is occurring
In this episode, our co-hosts discuss ICE, Medical ID and other engaging uses for smartphone apps in EMS
The California firefighters said they were able to respond immediately after the PulsePoint app alerted them to the injured woman
Treating veterans’ complex health needs with telehealth, suicide screening and a dedicated medical home in the VA
The app, PulsePoint, allows users to view and receive alerts on calls being responded to by fire departments and emergency medical services
Paramedics used the app to quickly identify victims during a joint mass casualty drill and categorized patients based on injury
St. Joseph County is the second area in the state to use the app, made possible through a partnership between Ind. cities, townships and the 911 dispatch center
The Vital ICE app is available for use on smartphones via the code 1050. ICE stands for In Case of Emergency
An Apple Watch update can detect abnormal heart rhythms and even call 911 for the user; learn how it works
Tips for training EMS providers on interpreting a 12-lead, from studying EKG renderings and understanding their clinical significance
PulsePoint alerts users to cardiac arrests within a quarter mile of their location, so people can provide treatment before paramedics arrive
“Our mission with this program is to eliminate or reduce casualties in active shooter or life-threatening incidents,” Ping4 CEO Jim Bender said
The Charlotte Fire Department is using the alert system to help solve the problem of drivers not moving out of the way for fire trucks and ambulances
The “Stop the Bleed” app, which is free of charge, was designed to teach the public how to save lives in an emergency
