EMS News
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BREAKING NEWS
In proposed test, “sprint” paramedics will be dispatched to calls in three counties to start treatment before an ambulance arrives
Fire Chief Colin Stowell to start a review comparing the current system with in-house or hybrid EMS service
An investigation is underway into how the Rockville Volunteer Fire Department had funds stolen during the purchase of ambulances
Paramedic Matthew Smith was named the victor following the Final Jeopardy round with “historic groups” as the category
EMS personnel across four states were recognized by their peers for dedication, service
Expansion of the pilot program also allows paramedics to administer whole blood
The Riker’s Island captain suffered burns when her BWC suddenly ignited
Officials report multiple injuries and damage in Portage and Kalamazoo
Governor Kay Ivey signed a bill that adds EMTs and paramedics to existing hazardous duty time and retirement benefits
The new Nashville fire apparatus will be used for EMS calls, MVCs and other incidents in growing areas of the city
Veterinarians play a vital role in emergency situations, not only caring for the K-9 officers, but also tending to pets affected by disaster
Antoinette Finau served as an emergency services dispatcher with the Alameda County Sheriff’s Office for nearly 3 years
A Sonoma County paramedic was lowered to people clinging to the side of a capsized boat in the first rescue
Crash in Woodland left the driver pinned under the steering wheel while diesel fuel and fresh concrete spilled onto the road
Laurens County EMS Captain Andy Heiney was known for his professionalism, courage and selflessness
“We will move out of Jacksonville,” LifeStar Ambulance Service President Roger D. Campbell said during a Municipal Ambulance Commission meeting
One teen was critically injured after falling 30 feet inside the intercontinental ballistic missile silo in Arapahoe County
Don Plakon met the Seminole County paramedics who responded to his cardiac arrest call
EMS Accreditation
McCandless-Franklin Park Ambulance Authority and Ross/West View Emergency Medical Services Authority recognized for exceeding standards
Torin Slaughter is raising money to install about 100 Stop the Bleed kits at Case High School
The bus driver lost control and struck a guardrail on I-95 in Harford County
TRENDING NEWS
COLUMNISTS & EXPERTS
What you need to know about Ozempic and other forms of semaglutide
Peer-reviewed, empirical data is needed to pursue alternative payment structures
Five takeaways for mass gathering planning from a carnival ride malfunction in Wisconsin
Planned Senate hearing, bills find new interest as smoke from Canadian fires reaches D.C.
The NBC docuseries follows units in Los Angeles County, highlighting the positivity of the profession but also a problematic safety issue
Knowing how xylazine presents clinically, as well as how it impacts overdose management is important for any provider responding to illicit drug overdoses
PRODUCT NEWS
Public safety leader set to enhance consulting firm’s reach and expertise
In a concise one-hour course, participants will learn three essential steps to control bleeding
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