EMS Advocacy
The EMS advocacy topic features related articles, news, resources and videos concerning EMS issues and efforts to keep them in the forefront.
Support first responders injured in the line of duty, new recruit education and the families of the fallen
Giving thanks … and asking tough questions about who’s driving EMS
The key to improving media relationships, public trust and crisis communication is a trained PIO who understands both the job and the story
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration’s National 911 Program has gathered a variety of resources to help you celebrate your colleagues and other 911 centers
Lifeline Ambulance personnel were recognized for their commitment to high-quality EMS
Learn how emerging AI applications will impact dispatch, ePCR, education and revenue cycle management
Emergency care representatives testify about reimbursement, access challenges
Ed Racht and Matt Zavadsky recount their EMS advocacy testimony to the U.S. House Committee
Our hosts share their personal public speaking recommendations, as well as pitfalls to avoid and how to calm your nerves
These nine leaderships books have been voted among the best in the genre
Books
Next time you select a book for your child, consider these EMS-themed reads
Guest host Rob Lawrence talks EMS advocacy: “We need voices. We need people. We need people to convey the message.”
Taking the concept of the right care, to the right person at the right resource to a new level
Cedars-Sinai’s Dr. Joseph Schwab on paving the way for advanced personalized medicine
Gaining insights into the EMS workforce, attrition, education, credentialing and quality patient care
An inside look at Guilford County’s award-winning program response to low-acuity and behavioral health calls
The Inside EMS podcast is a must-watch or -listen for EMTs and paramedics
Making care more accessible, reducing hospital utilization and improving outcomes
The importance of community involvement in advancing EMS research and quality
How paramedics can take action to protect patients from falling through the cracks
Six bills focused on helping EMS in the state include proposals on tax funding, reimbursement and a tax credit for volunteers
Take a trip down memory lane and see Barbie’s multiple roles as a first responder
The depth of workplace relationships has a bigger impact on mental health than many providers realize
How a hybrid paid/volunteer emergency service model can provide the best care
Five ways to shape policies that enhance patient care, streamline operations and provide a safer working environment
The 8th annual What Paramedics Want survey wants to hear from medical first responders, EMTs and paramedics about their expectations of leaders and opportunities for professional development
The Fitch & Associates partners reflect on the past few decades and what’s ahead
The state-of-the industry survey focuses on wellness, career development and satisfaction in EMS
Producer Bryony Gilbey shares the backstory of the Sarah Jessica Parker-narrated EMS documentary
How I explained response speed to the question “why don’t you run to the patient?” from an EMT student
Collecting and communicating the big EMS news of 2023
Why smaller EMS agencies need grant funding, and four programs to look into
Chris Cebollero and Kelly Grayson tackle paramedics behaving badly, violence, medical errors and the premature end of the ET3 model
