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“Over-legislating providers committed to excellence is not the answer”
As the state continues to grapple with an EMS shortage, college programs are exploring ways to expand and enhance the state’s pool of first responders
The struggle of EMS in the fire service
Redesigning what it means to be a boss
Scott Saumsiegle fell while doing some tree work and was paralyzed from the waist down, but one year later, he walked up to Topsfield first responders with gratitude
The University of Washington defended its program as using the “gold standard,” but said it was committed to transitioning once a better simulator is available
The Ricardo Torres Jr. scholarship was created from a $50,000 donation to the City of New Haven by Lt. Samod Rankins
Communication tips for coaching different personality types
From the time EMT Randy Scott’s children were little, they understood the importance of helping those in need, even during family vacations
The Yuba County Office of EMS held a fair to educate residents on what to do during a natural disaster, and handed out go-bags
The Springfield Community Crisis Response Team would be comprised of one EMT or nurse and one clinician that would be available 24/7 to respond to non-violent 911 calls
Jay Young serves as an EMT for Mayo Clinic Ambulance Service, along with his three sons – EMTs Eric, Justin and Jamison Young
Medshore Ambulance officials are working to train and add additional providers, as well as coordinate with area medical centers for transport rigs to avoid a tax increase for residents