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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From roadside safety, to recommitting to universal precautions, to promoting public health, reflecting on our journey
The Air Force demonstration team performed a flyover passing by 18 medical facilities in the city in a tribute to front-line personnel
Rapid Response EMS Paramedic Paul Novicki, 51, died Thursday; his partner has recovered from the disease
In this episode, our co-hosts speak with Paramedic John Dillon, who describes his experience being diagnosed with and overcoming COVID-19
The presidents of the AAA, IAFC and NAEMT closed ranks to advocate for EMS needs, and to take them to the national spotlight
The pivotal role of EMS in the fight against a global health crisis has put its providers in the national spotlight
The University of Pittsburgh Department of Emergency Medicine offers research-driven strategies for better sleep after working extended shifts
The app is designed to provide first responders with expert information and allow them to screen their symptoms
Fire-Dex says the AAMI Level 3-compliant garments exceed CDC guidelines for COVID-19 response
Unprecedented challenge to EMS from COVID-19 necessitates rescheduling of the 15th annual conference organized by Fitch & Associates
Providers from Northwell Health EMS in Queens and Superior Ambulance Service in Chicago are working side-by-side on the front lines of the pandemic
EMT Kevin Leiva, who worked in North Bergen and as a supervisor at Saint Clare’s Hospital, died on Tuesday
Valley Stream Firefighter-EMT Mike Field, 59, died from COVID-19 complications after confirmed contact with an infected patient
Stakeholders should consider these 8 data types as they consider how best to move forward during the pandemic and in a post-COVID-19 era
The governor’s order allows inactive EMS providers to work in the state under the supervision of a licensed EMS or healthcare professional
The proposal would shield EMS providers, healthcare workers and hospitals from civil lawsuits as they make difficult decisions during the pandemic
The new state rule creates the assumption that first responders diagnosed with or quarantined for the disease were exposed while on duty
The service says the ultraviolet C lights can be activated remotely and sanitize an ambulance in about two minutes
The guidelines cover actions both employees and employers in essential industries, such as public safety, should take
Government and private groups are stepping up with resources and assistance in response to the COVID-19 pandemic
In this episode, our co-hosts welcome two health professionals from Champlain Valley Physicians Hospital in New York, who discuss what it’s like working during the pandemic
The start of the five-year test period for the Emergency Triage, Treat, and Transport model has been moved due to the COVID-19 pandemic
EMS medical director, EMS fellows share findings from Seattle EMS data on patient-provider transmission rate, COVID-19 presentation and comorbidities
The Montgomery County Hospital District EMS shares its specific airway algorithm and a COVID-19 airway management update
Several local governments have implemented hazard pay and stipends for first responders and other front-line workers during the COVID-19 pandemic
The department said the firefighters and EMS providers, who were either exposed to or diagnosed with COVID-19, are able to return to full duty
The volunteers will no longer make first responses to medical calls before the primary ambulance provider arrives
A team of researchers created a survey designed to understand EMS readiness and competency while confronting the pandemic
The hotel chain is offering one million free room nights for EMS and healthcare professionals from the NAEMT and other medical associations
The CoAEMSP is allowing for a broader array of methods, including simulation, to be used to determine competency during the COVID-19 pandemic
The University of Minnesota will test the effectiveness of hyroxychloroquine in preventing or treating the disease
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