EMS Advocacy
The EMS advocacy topic features related articles, news, resources and videos concerning EMS issues and efforts to keep them in the forefront.
More than ever, those on the front lines need to see their work elevated and appreciated
Ahead of Oct. 28, share your organization’s impact with local media outlets and reach out to local companies for support
A six-year push for the day of appreciation, inspired by heroism and tragedy, culminated in the designation of Oct. 28 to honor first responders
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”
Identify and aid team members facing depression, burnout or compassion fatigue to foster an emotionally safe organizational environment
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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
It’s important to foster effectiveness, professionalism and excellency; as well as core values of human decency, empathy, kindness and respect
Reflecting on how far EMS has come in 50 years
EMS leaders hold the blueprints as we enter the era of evidence-based practices
In the spirit of today’s theme, we express our heartfelt gratitude to the remarkable members of the EMS community who go beyond the call every shift
It’s on agencies to provide opportunities for community members to learn the skills needed to potentially save the life of a stranger or loved one
This day’s theme highlights the pediatric clinical care provided by EMS and the need for increased specialized training for our youngest patients
A life-changing moment helped Paramedic/Firefighter Meryah Wilson realize she was equipped to deal with emergencies
EMS leaders and advocates rallied in Albany to promote bills that supporters say would take great steps to stabilize ambulance services
Report and commentary from the North Carolina EMS Expo 2024
Every response area has its drawbacks, but all things being equal, what percentage of providers prefer to respond to calls in their own community?
Matt Zavadsky discusses the CMS disclosure and the latest in the move to fund treatment in place
