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BREAKING NEWS
Clark County Commissioners approved a four-year extension that freezes current rates, adds two ambulances and expands Heartland Ambulance EMS services without increasing taxpayer costs
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Portland police say a vehicle loaded with pipe bombs and propane tanks partially detonated, narrowly avoiding mass injuries at the Multnomah Athletic Club
Community Ambulance breaks ground on a larger dispatch and operations center in Henderson designed to expand EMS capacity, training and fleet maintenance
Police say a driver with a blood alcohol level more than twice the legal limit crossed into oncoming traffic and hit an ambulance responding to a call in Salinas
A suspected impaired driver going the wrong way triggered a seven-vehicle crash on Interstate 680 in Contra Costa County
An arbitrator found the city mishandled the investigation and fired the workers over a rule that didn’t exist
Three former Marion County firefighters admitted to attacking a rookie firefighter will serve probation under a plea deal
Brantley County Paramedic Brandon Lynn continued responding to emergencies as flames destroyed dozens of homes across Brantley and Clinch counties
Police said no arrests had been made after gunfire broke out near Arcadia Lake in Edmond
TRENDING NEWS
COLUMNISTS & EXPERTS
Contact your representatives about the proposed EMS Staffing and Support Act
Cyber security strategists join the podcast to discuss the implications of a cyberattack on EMS infrastructure
In this episode of Inside EMS, our co-hosts discuss the death of comedian Bob Saget and how providers should care for patients with possible head injuries
How Austin Travis County EMS is publicly selecting its next EMS chief – How would you fare?
Look beyond the classic symptoms of cyanide, and CO poisoning, and thermal inhalation, to find the best course of treament
Apply crew resource management sterile cockpit rules to stay safe amidst increased roadway dangers
PRODUCT NEWS
Brian Webster, CEO of Kestra Medical Technologies, brings significant healthcare expertise to Pulsara’s Board of Directors
Kosciewicz brings over 25 years of experience in direct response retail, product management, ecommerce, and operations to his new role
Demers Ambulances USA is ensuring EMS/Fire crews and patients stay cool during the most extreme heat with its Arctic Range HVAC control package, available now in its MXP 170 Type I model
9 first responder facilities across U.S. to receive funds for renovations thanks to Lowe’s Hometowns
Lowe’s Hometowns will be funding $620K to renovate first responder facilities, including updates to police department lobbies, making fire departments comfortable and more
The Facilities Management module provides organizations with a centralized platform for all facility-related information, enabling informed decision-making
Over 4,500 EMS providers across West Michigan gain access to advanced clinical support tool for improved patient care
Marathon Petroleum presented a $15K check to Boyd County EMS for helmets, vests and masks
ESO positioned to offer the first interoperable CAD solution connecting dispatch through patient outcomes
Mount Desert Island Search and Rescue personnel responded to injured hikers in Acadia National Park