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The World Health Organization declared COVID-19 a pandemic on Mar. 11, 2020.

The CDC began closely monitoring the outbreak caused by a new coronavirus strain first identified in Wuhan, China in December 2019, which quickly spread to southeast Asia, Europe, Canada and the U.S. The first case in the United States was announced on Jan. 21, 2020, in the state of Washington, where the patient recently returned from Wuhan.

The World Health Organization declared the novel coronavirus outbreak a global health emergency on Jan. 30, 2020. The announcement came shortly after the first human-to-human transmission of the virus in the U.S. was confirmed by the CDC.

EMS has taken the global stage with its frontline response to the pandemic. The EMS1 COVID-19 includes the latest news, videos, podcasts and analysis about EMS training, safety measures, assessment and treatment of patients with COVID-19, COVID-19 vaccine development and supporting the mental health of providers through the pandemic.

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Fitness & Health
‘We’ve become numb:' Combatting PPE fatigue
More PPE training is unlikely to address PPE fatigue; here are 7 strategies that will
February 04, 2021 06:28 PM
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Mike Taigman
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Doubling up: Are 2 masks better than 1?
As additional COVID-19 variants reach the U.S., some medical officials are now suggesting that the public double up on face masks
January 28, 2021 02:29 PM
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Rachel Engel
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Ketamine
Proposed SC bill criminalizes some ketamine uses
On this episode, our co-hosts discuss legislation that is being introduced that would make the use of ketamine as a means to incapacitate a criminal suspect a crime
January 22, 2021 04:43 PM
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Coronavirus (COVID-19)
Procession planned to honor retired Aurora medic who died from COVID-19 after work in NYC
The large procession of fire and EMS vehicles is expected to leave the Denver International Airport around 7:30 or 8 p.m.
May 03, 2020 04:23 PM
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Fundraising
Honolulu Ethics Commission OKs gifts for first responders
The commission, which normally has a “zero tolerance” policy on gifts for public officials, will allow some exceptions during the COVID-19 pandemic
May 03, 2020 01:28 PM
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NY ambulance volunteer dies from COVID-19
Sal Mancuso, 66, who volunteered driving ambulances for Blooming Grove Volunteer Ambulance Corps, died Thursday
May 01, 2020 01:59 PM
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Host Kelly Grayson shares his COVID-19 response experience
On this episode of Inside EMS, Chris Cebollero interviews Kelly Grayson on his experience treating and transporting virus patients in Louisiana
May 01, 2020 01:57 PM
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Inside EMS Podcast
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Mental Health
First responders, COVID-19 and stress: Tips for finding peace
COVID-19 has added a layer of complexity and concern to the work of America’s first responders
May 01, 2020 11:08 AM
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Crawford Coates
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Coronavirus (COVID-19)
FF-medic repurposes infant mask to help COVID-19 patients breathe
A Texas fire department is trialing the new method of giving oxygen through a patient’s nose
May 01, 2020 09:50 AM
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Coronavirus (COVID-19)
Texas medic who had COVID-19 donates plasma to help others
Researchers are conducting trials to determine whether plasma from recovered patients can improve the condition of current patients
May 01, 2020 09:15 AM
Coronavirus (COVID-19)
Colo. paramedic, Paul Cary, dies from COVID-19
Cary’s death is reportedly the first LODD of a FEMA-deployed volunteer responder to COVID-19 in New York
April 30, 2020 10:49 PM
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Telemedicine
Telehealth funding eligibility under the CARES Act
The CARES Act Includes $200 million for eligible health providers to ensure connected care services for their patients during the COVID-19 pandemic
April 30, 2020 02:18 PM
Coronavirus (COVID-19)
Okla. EMT hospitalized with COVID-19 for more than a month denied workers’ comp
Mercy Regional EMT Ibeth Carpenter has been in the hospital since March 9 and was the first COVID-19 patient in Oklahoma to be placed on an ECMO machine
April 30, 2020 02:02 PM
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FDNY
‘Stay strong and stick together:’ FDNY EMS chief reflects on NYC’s COVID-19 peak
Through sheer force of will by first responders, healthcare workers and the city as a whole, the COVID-19 battle is winding down, but leaves scars
April 30, 2020 02:00 PM
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Rachel Engel
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Fitness & Health
Quick Take: Does antibody testing lead to false sense of security?
University of Washington Physicians discuss false-positive rates and the work ahead to study COVID-19 immunity
April 30, 2020 01:35 PM
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Marianne Meyers, BS
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Public Health
Compassion fatigue: The hidden danger of concurrent national public health emergencies
Training, mental health resources are essential to support first responders facing both the opioid crisis and COVID-19 outbreak
April 30, 2020 01:16 PM
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Aliese Alter, BS
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Telemedicine
Boston, Worcester EMS agencies use telehealth to preserve ED capacity
In Boston, 911 callers can elect to speak with a physician rather than send an ambulance; in Worcester, EMS providers are equipped with a telehealth mobile app
April 30, 2020 10:45 AM
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Stroke Care
Ill. FF-medic suffers fatal stroke after seemingly recovering from COVID-19
River Grove Firefighter-Paramedic Robert Reisinger, 57, died on Wednesday, the same day he was scheduled to return to work
April 30, 2020 10:00 AM
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Personal Protective Equipment
Tests show 4% of symptom-free first responders in Conn. city have COVID-19
City leaders plan to test as many first responders as possible to prevent those without symptoms from unknowingly spreading the virus
April 30, 2020 09:18 AM
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Mental Health
On the front lines: ‘Anxiety on every call’
A typical shift during the pandemic highlights the uncertainty faced by first responders
April 29, 2020 04:42 PM
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Ambulance Disposable Supplies
Inside the NY COVID-19 surge: An EMT shares his experience on the frontlines
Our co-hosts speak with New York EMT David Konig about how his agency prepared for the pandemic and what it was like as the number of people diagnosed began to rise
April 29, 2020 02:19 PM
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Inside EMS Podcast
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Mental Health
Nonprofit offers free online support groups for COVID-19 responders
The Disaster Responder Assets Network will host confidential Zoom sessions led by front-line responders trained in peer support
April 29, 2020 02:02 PM
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Legislation and Funding
NY county leader proposes up to 20% hazard pay for front-line workers
The request comes after Monroe County received $140 million in federal aid for COVID-19 response
April 29, 2020 01:33 PM
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Coronavirus (COVID-19)
FDNY union: 24% of members contracted COVID-19
About 1,000 members were tested for antibodies this week as part of a pilot program to determine how many first responders may have immunity
April 29, 2020 12:48 PM
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Volunteer EMS
Pa. extends deadlines to pay back volunteer fire, EMS loans
State leaders agreed to defer payments for April, May and June to assist volunteer fire, ambulance and rescue agencies during the pandemic
April 29, 2020 11:40 AM
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Coronavirus (COVID-19)
Specialized summer camp provides ideal site for first responder quarantine
The camp, which normally serves children with serious illnesses, is equipped with onsite medical facilities
April 29, 2020 10:36 AM
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Coronavirus (COVID-19)
Mattel creates EMT, doctor, nurse action figures; sales benefit first responder fund
Proceeds from the “Play It Forward” toy collection will go toward the First Responders First initiative
April 29, 2020 09:47 AM
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Safety
Woman who allegedly kicked EMT among 44 charged with violating Minn. stay-at-home order
A violation of the order is a misdemeanor punishable by up to 90 days in jail and a maximum fine of $1,000
April 29, 2020 09:12 AM
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Quick Take: Education, data reporting key to strengthening overwhelmed public health safety net
Fire and EMS leaders gather with the Center for Firefighter Injury Research & Safety Trends to discuss the path ahead for public safety
April 29, 2020 03:00 AM
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Marianne Meyers, BS
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Military
Video: Thunderbirds, Blue Angels fly over NYC, NJ, Philadelphia in salute to COVID-19 responders
The Air Force and Navy flight demonstration teams performed two flyovers honoring front-line personnel in areas hard-hit by the pandemic
April 28, 2020 02:51 PM
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Now open: AFG COVID-19 Supplemental grant application
Fire departments, NAEMS organizations and state fire academies can apply for PPE and other COVID-19 supplies
April 28, 2020 01:57 PM
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Jerry Brant
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Safety
Calif. ambulance services manufacturing own PPE
Members of the California Ambulance Association have been sharing templates and tutorials for creating gowns and face shields
April 28, 2020 12:26 PM
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Coronavirus (COVID-19)
A letter to the American public: You can help keep our first responders safe
Follow these actions to limit spread of the virus and stay informed
April 28, 2020 12:12 PM
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Ronald J. Siarnicki
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