EMS News
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BREAKING NEWS
A Haynes Life Flight helicopter was approaching a landing zone in Autauga County when bullets struck the right-side window
The University of Iowa College of Nursing’s SIM-IA program will continue on-site training, funding two sessions a year in 86 rural counties
AMR class valedictorian and former circus performer Marlon Archer pivots from acrobatics to emergency care
The pilot program will serve up to 600 residents in 13 communities, aiming to cut ER visits with on-site assessments, labs, imaging and treatment
Regional EMS prepares for increased call volume following the closure of Glenn Medical Center’s ED
A school police officer deployed pepper spray during a lunchtime brawl in a Palm Beach County high school
In Senate testimony, Susan Monarez said Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. and anti-vaccine advisers ignored safety and efficacy data
Nearly a third of men aren’t exercising regularly, despite clear links to better mental health, sexual performance and energy levels — key concerns for EMS providers under stress
Kennewick officials said the $300K units replace two aging rigs and add a second spare
TRENDING NEWS
COLUMNISTS & EXPERTS
A paramedic’s sudden death prompts urgent questions about operational norms and caregiver health
After a Connecticut EMT abducted a colleague twice, calls intensify for background checks and systemic hiring reforms in EMS
A new congressional bill aims to classify cross-trained EMS personnel federally, but will it be enough?
Stretcher fall underscores the importance of foundational skills after alleged mishap in New Jersey
Graham Hoffman’s death underscores the unpredictable risks and the need for stronger safety measures in EMS
The heartbreaking death of a Kansas City FF/paramedic reminds us that every shift carries unseen dangers
PRODUCT NEWS
WEINMANN’s emergency ventilator met PASCO County’s demand for reliable, easy-to-use ventilation in every ambulance
The acquisition emphasizes FPG’s commitment to supporting businesses with a family atmosphere, built on integrity, innovation and service to first responders
The MSV-II 157 Type 1 ambulance is now available on the Ford F-450/550 SuperCab, giving first responders more room to work, adapt, and deliver care on the move
First Due integrates NextNav’s advanced vertical location and 3D visualization technology into its Incident Command platform
The ongoing crisis, still crashing after all these years
The quicker, safer and more reliable response vehicle for local environments
OneDose delivers point-of-care dosing through intuitive workflows, plus pediatric-specific support
First Due’s new Advanced Data Insights delivers real-time, configurable dashboards across incidents, ePCR, staffing, and more—built for public safety. Agencies get full visibility and meet compliance standards like NFIRS/ NERIS, NEMSQA, and NEMSIS—without technical expertise or third-party tools
Dual board-certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine (ABEM), Dr. Stevens is nationally recognized for advancing out-of-hospital care and clinical excellence in EMS systems
By integrating their systems, agencies can seamlessly connect Life-Assist’s extensive product catalog with the PSTrax Procurement feature within its Supplies Module, eliminating inefficiencies in purchasing and supply chain management