Community Awareness
Explore our directory of articles on Community Awareness in EMS, designed to help professionals engage and educate the public about emergency services and safety practices. This collection covers public outreach, safety campaigns, and partnerships with community organizations. Building community awareness is essential for fostering trust and cooperation between EMS providers and their communities. For related insights, check out our resources on Community. Enhance your community engagement strategies with expert-driven content.
From post-9/11 to post-COVID, EMS leaders reflect on systemic cracks — and what must happen now to rebuild a future that works for patients and providers
Community paramedicine demands a mindset shift — from crisis mode to continuity of care. Learn how EMS providers can build trust, treat root causes and redefine what success looks like.
The series offers a window into the experiences of first responders through the use of real stories from real law enforcement officers, firefighters and EMTs
Skagit County has begun using PulsePoint Respond and PulsePoint AED to improve the use of bystander CPR
The fire department’s PSA to outdoor enthusiasts went viral on social media as temperatures soared above 100 degrees in Arizona
Fentanyl accounted for 79% of overdose deaths in 2023
Sedgwick County officials approved funding for a new EMS station west of Wichita
Spokane Mayor Lisa Brown’s move will add patrols to an area where drug users openly smoke fentanyl
Drowning is the number one cause of death in children 1-4 years old
Undocumented, unathorized expenditures and inadequate financial record-keeping some of the 10 findings inside the Plains Volunteer Ambulance Relief Association
SGMC Health’s EMS system responds to over 23,000 911 calls across three counties
Training involves 31 school districts across five counties to prepare students for a career in EMS
Paramedic Rachel Brady finds multiple ways to help others as medic, flight nurse and diver
Delco Revive provides free training and materials to respond to an overdose
The Seminole County Fire Department’s Save-A-Life program helped train Winter Springs High School students in hands-only CPR
New Athens officials are replacing the New Athens Ambulance Service with MedStar due to funding spent trying to increase staffing
There are a number of ways that organizations involved in the campaign can participate
Through the new quarters, Lancaster EMS highlights the increasing calls for service and a desire to increase engagement with community services
Riley County EMS handles a spike in calls for service thanks to community care team
EMS providers “embody the best of our Nation — bravery, honor and respect, never failing to answer the call to help others,” President Joe Biden said
Firefighters union in Allegany County fights against proposed cuts, layoffs as volunteer ambulance service sets to close
After recovering from her injuries, Nicole Goslant was able to meet the Health First First Flight crew that saved her life
Tuesday’s theme aims to foster a culture of safety, collaboration and preparedness within the EMS industry and in local communities
Laurens County EMS Captain Andy Heiney was known for his professionalism, courage and selflessness
Torin Slaughter is raising money to install about 100 Stop the Bleed kits at Case High School
A debate forms over what is an emergency for a Longview man and first responders
This symbol shows that we belong to something important and we are part of the power, strength and knowledge of every EMT
In a concise one-hour course, participants will learn three essential steps to control bleeding
Former state trooper helps MHS students become comfortable with law enforcement
Meigs County EMS Director Tony Finnell surprised officials when asked about response times at a public safety meeting
The Albert Lea Fire Rescue community risk reduction program provides follow-up with EMS patients and has the interest of other agencies
A Horry County man called 911 three times before getting an answer while his wife was having a seizure
Beaufort County officials requested bids for transport service from Daufuskie Island to Hilton Head
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