EMS News
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BREAKING NEWS
The wrongful death suit claims logging companies engaged in risky subcontracting practices and failed to vet operators, leading to the 2021 crash that killed a young firefighter/EMT
In partnership with UCHealth, Ute Pass Regional Health Service District joins a small group of EMS providers equipped to deliver prehospital blood transfusions
A lifeguard in Asbury Park was impaled by beach umbrella, forcing first responders to cut the metal rod into sections before transporting her to the hospital
Six weeks after the closure of Crozer Health hospitals, Radnor officials report stable call volumes, response times and offloading durations
Traverse City is ramping up efforts to make its fire department the primary ambulance transport agency, with new hires, paramedic training and additional equipment underway
“Into the Unknown” follows six EMS crews nationwide, with Randolph Mantooth and Kevin Tighe shining a spotlight on paramedics’ real-life dedication and mental health challenges
Bobby Sherman, 1970s teen idol turned paramedic and LAPD trainer, died at 81, remembered for both his chart-topping hits and life-saving service
After an investigation revealed years-long delays in Public Safety Officers’ Benefits claims, Sen. Chuck Grassley is demanding leadership changes and accountability at the DOJ
As triple-digit heat scorches the Eastern U.S., cities are seeing record highs, overwhelmed utilities and a surge in heat-related illnesses
TRENDING NEWS
COLUMNISTS & EXPERTS
I know Memphis Fire, and while the inactions of three members should not reflect on the entire FD, we must learn from these fatal errors
Teaching points from the ‘malpractice or murder’ case: Action steps for EMS practitioners
“We must never, ever forego the safety of our patients because we are angry, tired, hungry, cold or irritated,” one commenter wrote
If you don’t know that prone positioning can cause great bodily harm or death in some patients, you don’t belong in EMS
Teaching points from the ‘malpractice or murder’ case – Part 1: Action steps for EMS leaders
“When the prosecutor sees and hears compassion, competence and professionalism, even in the face of significant errors being made, it becomes much harder to justify filing criminal charges”
PRODUCT NEWS
AdvanceClaim is designed to streamline claims processes, enhance revenue cycle management, and ensure compliance
These devices, crucial for measuring blood oxygen levels, have shown discrepancies in accuracy when used on darker skin, leading to potential health risks for non-white patients, the study states
Dental and medical professionals who may experience operational, logistical, or financial issues are encouraged to call 800-999-9729
biospatial combines EMS electronic patient care reports (ePCR) with other electronic healthcare data sources
The HEARTS Act creates a grant program for schools to train students, staff and sports volunteers as well as purchase AEDs
Manatee County’s EMS drone program, launched in May, almost responded to a 911 call but was halted by a severe thunderstorm