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Bluefield officials plan to place EMS, fire and police in a central location for better response times
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Kokomo firefighters, an Ascension St. Vincent paramedic and EMT were reunited with their patient
The Aims Fire and EMS Xplore Academy introduces student to fire and EMS careers in several skill stations
After a life-threatening health scare, Kevin Schutt found a new purpose by joining the Galveston Volunteer Fire Department as an EMT and firefighter.
TNKase — tenecteplase — is the first FDA-approved stroke medicine in nearly 30 years, offering a faster, simpler five-second IV bolus administration
Naperville’s CART started full-time service in January, responding to mental health crises and community paramedicine calls
A new survey of over 6,000 New York first responders reveals alarming mental health struggles, with high rates of stress, burnout, depression and anxiety
After being removed from the building, the man punched one Paterson firefighter/EMT, kneed another and fled the scene
The Birmingham Crime Commission is advocating for the expansion of the fire department’s whole blood program, which has saved over 90 lives since its launch
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
Experience the all-new FXP 174 ambulance with industry-first FX Action Seats during FDIC 2026 from April 23-25, 2026
Partnership helps agencies improve equipment tracking, inspection documentation, and lifecycle management for personal protective equipment (PPE)
Visit Booth 5574 to see how the CCL 166 Type III delivers 16 inches more interior space and 25% more ALS storage — engineered specifically for the pressures of modern fleet procurement
ESO’s acquisition of d2i advances ESO’s vision of building end-to-end emergency intelligence
By pairing FERNO’s patient handling expertise with Technimount’s medical device mounting systems, the agreement aims to strengthen safety and efficiency for EMS providers across Canada
North Ridgeville City officials approved the purchase of powered cots and automated CPR devices to replace aging gear
The Chicopee Fire Department’s fire apparatus and reserve rigs will now carry expanded EMS gear to treat respiratory distress, allergic reactions, diabetic emergencies and other critical injuries