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A measles outbreak that began in rural West Texas has now claimed three lives, with cases more than doubling 2024’s total and spreading through under-vaccinated communities across five states
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The U.S. Coast Guard has launched an investigation into the Biscayne Bay crash that killed two girls, critically injured two others
A longtime Danville city councilmember was doused in gasoline and set on fire inside a magazine office by a man with a personal grievance, not linked to politics
The law requires annual training and emergency protocols to treat traumatic injuries before EMS arrives
Severely impaired and terminally ill residents account for most preventable transfers, often tied to feeding tube issues, infections and falls, according to a national study by Florida Atlantic University
Since the shutdown of Crozer-Chester and Taylor hospitals, ambulance response times in Delaware County have risen to an average of 12 minutes
Real American Beer recognized Hillsborough County Firefighter/Paramedic Matthew Holubik in its national campaign celebrating everyday heroes for his service on and off duty
A person suffered a traumatic leg injury after their leg was caught outside a Ferris wheel gondola at the Cowlitz County Fair
A woman was safely airlifted from the Puu Ohia Trail after getting lost
TRENDING NEWS
COLUMNISTS & EXPERTS
EMS doesn’t choose people — it prioritizes patients based on risk, access and the realities of an unstable scene
Here’s what EMS providers should know about the updated standards, national assessments and opportunities to improve pediatric care together
The heartbreaking death of a Kansas City FF/paramedic reminds us that every shift carries unseen dangers
Calls involving celebrities, chemical restraint, protests and mass shootings are just some of the scenarios that will put you in the public eye
From community risk reduction to treatment in place, other cities are reaping the benefits of advanced EMS systems. A proposed independent NYC EMS department could be the turning point.
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PRODUCT NEWS
The Unified Fire Authority will also teach everyone how to use the kit in an effort to teach the public how to reverse overdoses
Braun Ambulances put the two vehicles head to head to see how safe an ambulance actually is
The solar-powered microambulance can be connected to any vehicle and its high-tech software allows patient information to be sent to doctors
The new system cuts out the practice of “over triaging calls” and uses an algorithm to suggest to dispatchers what resources are needed
The bikes will be introduced on a probationary basis to alleviate slow response times in congested areas of New Delhi
EMS Supervisor Bob Levy said the hospitals are trying the two-toned, European sirens in an attempt to alleviate noise complaints
The million-dollar mobile stroke treatment unit has all the necessary tools to diagnose a stroke and administer clot-busting drugs quickly
The Flying Cell on Wings is an LTE cell site placed on a drone to connect first responders and residents while the network is restored
The Department of Homeland Security OEC released the data to guide the development of policies, programs and funding
An inter-town Capital Expenditure Grant from the state purchased tactical protective equipment to ensure the safety of first responders