EMS Advocacy
The EMS advocacy topic features related articles, news, resources and videos concerning EMS issues and efforts to keep them in the forefront.
A volunteer firefighter/AEMT relates who is chosen to be guardian angels on Earth
Virginia’s EMS director delivers a candid lesson in rebuilding trust, governance and integrity after systemic failure
Even the most disciplined providers burn out when high demand meets zero recovery
Carly Strong, COO, SEMSA/Riggs Ambulance: “Take every opportunity’
3 ways leaders can mitigate provider fatigue and the big question we should be asking when it comes to overtired providers
A coalition of EMS organizations advocates for new performance indicators that prioritize effectiveness, safety, satisfaction, equity and efficiency over traditional response times
Highlighting a joint statement from EMS associations, Chief Brian Schaeffer argues for a shift towards broader, evidence-based performance metrics to enhance EMS quality and effectiveness
Matt Zavadsky on performance measure recommendations that prioritize quality over response times
Elko Regional Airport held a ceremony with the National EMS Memorial Service to remember 36 fallen EMS first responders
True empowerment in EMS comes from leaders who not only set a clear vision but also actively involve their personnel in achieving it
Preston County officials are working to expand their EMS area of operations
Host Chris Cebollero speaks with Magee about the role of volunteers in EMS and how they can stop the exodus from the field
Get the facts on paramedic qualifications, training, licensing, salaries and careers
Officials in Kern County say over 40% of their calls are bogus or don’t warrant a response
An organization’s ethical reputation is also a reflection of its leadership
EMT Alex Michalak reflects on her father’s “support in the purest form” and how his EMS journey inspired her own
Sen. Arthur Orr performed CPR on Sen. Tim Melson during a trip to South Korea in 2023
Lake Crystal Area Ambulance Service Director Rhonda Ingebritson said EMS needs to be recognized as an essential service
“Most likely, you know at least one caregiver who is struggling, but you’re reluctant to act”
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EMS Attorney David Givot clears up misconceptions about the law and EMS provider rights
Cape Fear Valley MIH collaborates with community organizations to enhance care for mental health and substance use challenges
Bill sponsored by Sen. Michelle Hinchey would allow ambulances to carry blood products and administer transfusions
SGMC Health’s EMS system responds to over 23,000 911 calls across three counties
The James City County Fire Department received the highest state honors for an EMS provider
These social media posts show how various agencies and departments recognized EMS personnel across the country for EMS Week
County executives are pushing for the passage of bills funding EMS
There are a number of ways that organizations involved in the campaign can participate
How the National EMS Memorial Weekend of Honor recognizes the fallen
On Day 2 of EMS Week, we are talking education – both for providers and community members
Many providers were inspired by their parents, a close friend and, of course, Johnny Gage and Roy DeSoto
A group of EMS advocates are working to enact a passage of reforms called “Rescue EMS” that would make EMS an “essential” service under the law
Kelly Grayson: “Paramedics save lives, EMTs save paramedics"; championing the role of EMTs
Firefighters union in Allegany County fights against proposed cuts, layoffs as volunteer ambulance service sets to close
