EMS Advocacy
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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
The first 24 hours back on the ambulance went well until I was asked to translate to a family that a 19-year-old boy was declared brain dead
Paramedics often pay a personal toll of being present as some patient’s move from life to death
Lifting with your legs is what should happen naturally, but many EMS providers suffer from a lower crossed syndrome and are unable to do it properly
Our rigorous and data-driven process starts with observation and allows members to volunteer within their capabilities and talents
All proceeds will go to the Janice Keen Livingston Memorial Park, which will be built to honor public safety providers who lost their lives helping others
I am truly fortunate to have known so many people more intimately than I had any right to expect
The awards will be presented in September at EMS World
An EMT’s perspective on the legal and civilian expectations for cops to render aid to persons in police custody
Has your department’s policy on body changed over time?
Three nonprofit groups are backing a House bill to establish a permanent EMS memorial in Washington D.C.
Staffing, vehicle and equipment maintenance, high overhead costs and insurance reimbursement issues create a strain for EMS agencies across the state
The program gives medics an expanded role in a different health care setting, and frees up nursing staff to work with more patients
Started by World War I veterans to honor their fallen comrades, the company closed as the town cut funding requests due to an old-school business model
Command presence is well-suited to leading teams in emergency situations, but much of health care requires collaboration among experts
Guest Donny Richard from a mental health facility discusses ways EMS providers can better manage their mental health and when they should seek help
Group asks county commissioners to expand ambulance fleet for emergency use instead of focusing on out-of-state transfers
Guest Donny Richard from an intensive outpatient program discusses the triggers that indicate you may be suffering from a mental health issue and should seek help
EMS leaders learn suicide risk factors and the imperative to provide a non-punitive culture for seeking help
We should be applauding NY’s decision to increase minimum wage, and fight for better compensation in our own industry
Julie Williams was well known for her devotion to educating others and was a regular presenter and attendee at national conventions
Hosts Chris and Kelly respond to a listener from South Dakota who is being teased because her hands were shaking on a critical call
A successful fatigue risk management system is an organizational approach to improve sleep health and self-recognition of fatigue
The La. medic has learned to bring his principles and ethics to work and shape a job around that, rather than letting the job shape him
A veteran paramedic who arrived at the scene posted a message on social media commending the EMT and paramedic student for his help