EMS News
Need the most up-to-date news on prehospital field operations, staffing, training, management and provider safety? Catch up on the latest industry news on EMS1.
BREAKING NEWS
Known for its red-and-yellow Battenburg pattern, the Charlottesville-Albemarle Rescue Squad is letting residents vote on designs through a Facebook poll
The former Action Ambulance employee alleges retaliation after reporting violations, including expired controlled substance vials, failure to restock certain controlled substances and failure to maintain inventory
Monthly receipts averaging $160K put Kingston’s ambulance billing on pace for $1.9M
State police said a man chased, passed and cut off a Wawayanda ambulance, preventing the crew from reaching a call
Acadian Ambulance fired a uniformed employee after a TikTok mocking Charlie Kirk’s killing, violating company standards
Box Elder Deputy Mike Allred and K-9 Azula were immediately fired upon as they responded to a domestic disturbance call that killed Sgt. Lee Sorensen and Officer Eric Estrada
The 10,000-sq-ft, 24/7 emergency department on U.S. 521 will offer 12 exam rooms, trauma care, imaging and lab services
A $7,300 hospital-to-hospital ride prompted a Merced councilmember to push price disclosures for non-911 transports
El Paso and Teller counties expect $75M over 18 years to fund youth prevention and treatment, including $500K for Homeward Pikes Peak and $300K for Colorado Springs Fire’s reentry program
TRENDING NEWS
COLUMNISTS & EXPERTS
“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”
Community risk reduction and improving mental health resources for providers
Whether NFL player or firefighter, when one of our own goes down, the impacts are amplified beyond our routine responses
While possible R-on-T phenomenon could induce cardiac arrest, treatment is the same: standard AHA protocols for VF arrest
“EMS providers are effectively being required to intervene and transport persons merely because they are homeless and apparently mentally ill”
Mental health experts are issuing advice to coworkers and family members about the warning signs of someone struggling with the deaths
PRODUCT NEWS
T-Priority brings agencies of all sizes cutting-edge 5G solutions, best-in-class partners and America’s best 5G network experience for first responders
75% believed AI would be anywhere from “somewhat important” to a “top priority” for public safety agencies in the future
Cameras & Video Systems
Flagler County Fire Rescue is adding 360-degree cameras to the back of their ambulances after a medic allegedly sexually assaulted a patient
Hims & Hers provides increased access to safe and affordable weight loss treatment at up to a 50% discount to help the heroes in their communities with their health and wellness
One significant recipient is the Southwest Minnesota EMS Corp, awarded nearly $10 million to implement a tele-EMS system
Braun Ambulances is introducing Select by Braun, a new program with pre-selectable customization for customers who desire market-trending features but require shorter lead times and greater cost efficiency
Shaping the future of drone technology with advanced AI for autonomy and swarming
The Butterfly iQ+, EchoNous’ KOSMOS, and GE HealthCare’s Vscan Air will be on display for conference attendees
View live demonstrations at the North American Rescue booth #2317 during the conference