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3 systems to remove engine exhaust

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There are three basic types of systems that meet emission-reduction goals set forth in the applicable laws, regulations and standards

NYC residents complain of ambulance fumes

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Fire officials: Ambulances need to idle to power medical equipment without draining batteries

Omaha firefighters escape harm when oxygen tanks explode in house

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By Wes TaylorOmaha World-HeraldOMAHA, Neb. — Firefighters battling an Omaha house fire that seriously injured an occupant Friday were spared from harm when two oxygen tanks exploded.The home's occu...

Making the right decisions when ambulance shopping

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Related Resource: Read special coverage of EMS EXPO 2008Federal vehicle buyer discusses exhaust systems, guideline changes at EXPO By Maveric Vu EMS1 News EditorPhoto courtesy of John McDonaldLAS V...

L.A. wildfires prompt unhealthy air warning

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The Associated PressLOS ANGELES — Hospitals near two wildfires raging in the San Fernando Valley reported a spike in patients complaining about breathing problems from the ash and soot Monday. Fift...

Study: 70,000 may suffer post-9/11 stress disorder

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Related Resource: Paying tribute to 9/11, seven years laterBy Verena DobnikThe Associated Press AP Photo/James EstrinA tattered flag from Sept. 11, 2001 is brought to the stage ahead of the 9/11 me...

Thermal Burns: Treatment, special situations and prevention tips for EMS

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Specific assessment findings and details are important for the immediate and ongoing treatment of a patient with thermal burns

Evaluating and treating carbon monoxide poisoning

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The latest technology showing up on the market allows medical providers to monitor levels of carbon monoxide in a patient. But before we discuss the benefits of these advances, we must understand t...

AP Photo/Sue OgrockiAn unidentified Oklahoma City firefighter is treated for heat exhaustion after tackling a fire in this file photo from 2004. In a matter of weeks, it will be official: rehab is ...

Tanker bursts into 'river' of flames in Mass.

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Officials: Malibu fire season year-round, will burn again

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Malibu residents survey the fire damage

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Calif. city residents flee yet another destructive fire

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Carbon monoxide screening recommended for patients

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Masimo (NASDAQ: MASI), the inventor of Pulse CO-Oximetry and Read-Through Motion and Low Perfusion pulse oximetry, today announced the National Association of EMS Educators (NAEMSE) has issued guid...

Investigators eye deck in deadly N.C. fire

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N.C. beach house fire kills 7 students

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Few understand Calif. fire fight's front lines

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Hazardous air prompts health risk concerns in Calif.

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Dying winds begin to offer some hope for Calif. residents

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The gale-force winds that drove many of the blazes are likely to lessen today By Christine Hanley, Janet Wilson and Mitchell Landsberg Los Angeles Times SAN DIEGO — Improving weather and dying wind...

Carbon Monoxide Poisoning for Firefighters - CCBEMS approved - $15.95 (no charge, covered by ED grant until 12/31/08)

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SUMMARYCarbon monoxide is the most frequent cause of poisoning in industrialized countries. Reports indicate that over 500 people a year are killed by unintentional poisoning, with about 15,000 peo...