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Edgewood, Santa Fe County officials reached a preliminary agreement that would keep county crews responding to emergencies
Grant County officials say the free naloxone dispenser is meant to help bystanders act quickly during opioid overdoses before crews arrive
Dr. Mike Abernethy transported more than 4,000 patients during a career that helped shape emergency air medical care in Wisconsin and beyond
Paramedics and EMTs from multiple departments sharpened airway skills while emphasizing communication, coordination and patient-focused care
Martin Volunteer Fire Department officials said a firefighter violated department policy and patient privacy rules by recording at an injury crash
Medina County crews used a rescue sling and grain sleeve to free the man, who was buried chest-deep in corn
Police say the man threatened to shoot Cobb County firefighters who were working a medical emergency, then backed his car into their rig
Four students and a security guard were taken to hospitals after the stabbing at Foss High School in Tacoma
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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
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
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
Abbott EMS personnel faced a man who had both legs amputated after being run over by train
The bulk of the budget — specifically, $534 million — will fund network enhancements, including anticipated investments to expand coverage on FirstNet
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