EMS Advocacy
The EMS advocacy topic features related articles, news, resources and videos concerning EMS issues and efforts to keep them in the forefront.
“You don’t have to leave EMS to survive EMS. But you do have to be intentional about how you stay.”
Eric Knudsen’s work as a ski patroller and EMT is reshaping how he leads innovation in emergency care technology
A true story of a child drowning and the interruption, pain, loss, and grief that doesn’t go away for the would be rescuers
Nobody is born with the ability to respond to 911 calls, but these perspectives can help anyone in EMS provide better care and appreciate the ride
Ward got her start at age 15 with the Thousand Islands Emergency Rescue Service
Quality management implementation at Monroe Fire Department
While first responders love visitors, consider these guidelines when planning your trip
“Our first responders are everyday heroes, and we are so grateful for their service,” President Joe Biden said
Create an experience people want to be a part of and share community impact to inspire potential members
Embracing smarter, more effective strategies to keep pace with the evidence-based advancements reshaping our profession
These are challenging times to be a first responder; your support is welcome and appreciated
Wellness programs and sleep interventions can ease burnout and improve job satisfaction
Our co-hosts take an EMS leader and paramedic standpoint in order to help answer a listener’s question
The financial gift will pay for new ambulances, EMTs and dispatchers for the Dartmouth Health Advance Response Team
Understand the four components of a negligent act and how to protect yourself from a negligence claim
Fitch & Associates and EMS1 break down trends in staffing, operations and career longevity
Nicole A. Henricksen was recognized for inspiring others in EMS and for creating an environment where others can thrive and succeed
There are more opportunities than ever to become a published writer
You haven’t been in EMS long enough if you don’t yell “Clear right!” when you’re driving off-duty
The nonprofit Paramedic Resilience Society opened ‘Resuscitated’ to provide financial assistance to EMS workers
The decisions we make between calls might be just as critical, in the long run, as the treatment decisions we make during calls
Paramedics: don’t settle for a living wage. Instead, be audacious and demand a thriving wage for your lifesaving career of community service
Clinical, operational and legal solutions for high utilizers of the 911 system
Property owners will pay an annual tax to pay for emergency medical services
Secretary of Health Dr. Debra Bogen visited members of Meadville Area Ambulance Service to discuss recruitment efforts
Jimmy Kimmel’s story reminds us of the breadth of EMS’ commitment to our patients
Host Kelly Grayson makes the case for eliminating “arbitrary” response time standards; where do you stand?
Dr. Michael Copass was known for founding Airlift Northwest, shaping paramedic education programs and demanding that every patient be treated with respect
The 2024 moving memorial made several stops over 15 days through at least 18 states during the journey to Arlington
Underfunding, staffing challenges and rising demands are pushing EMS systems to the brink – learn the critical changes needed for the profession to thrive
