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Approximately 15 people were hurt, some seriously, when an impaired driver hit revelers during a Lao New Year parade, prompting a large EMS response
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Health officials cited methodology concerns in stopping a CDC report that found COVID vaccines cut ED visits and hospitalizations among healthy adults by about half
The Broward County Fire Rescue lieutenant was arrested and fired after deputies said he assaulted a 65-year-old man during a medical call
Perinton Ambulance said one of its paramedics was attacked by a patient in Fairport and is recovering from injuries
A robbery suspect opened fire inside Endeavor Health Swedish Hospital after officers brought him to the emergency department for treatment
Boston MedFlight says its new Manchester base is already handling frequent missions and will help reach patients faster while expanding access to critical care
A newly completed $2.6 million hangar at Walla Walla Regional Airport is helping Life Flight crews respond up to 15 minutes faster
Seniors in Careerline Tech Center’s EMS program get a closer look at how to stabilize vehicles, free trapped patients and manage crash scenes
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration has rolled out a major new initiative aimed at reducing fatalities by targeting impairment, speeding, distraction and seat belt violations
TRENDING NEWS
COLUMNISTS & EXPERTS
AHA CPR Guidelines 2020 continue to emphasize early recognition of cardiac arrest and prompt CPR beginning with chest compressions provides the best chances for survival
EMS finds its place in COVID-19 vaccine priority and administration
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Leading the charge to combat COVID-19, promote telehealth and advance the EMS agenda, while prioritizing patients and staff
Lessons in communication, coordination and safety from an unusual response involving several inmates
Examining recommendations for EMS treatment of adult and pediatric cardiac arrest related to epinephrine, compression depth and rate, and double sequential defibrillation
PRODUCT NEWS
An oversized load fell off a trailer and onto a vehicle in Temple, killing two people
The training system provides a variety of simulations for first responders, such as heart attacks, burns, childbirth, lacerations, broken bones and overdoses
MindRhythm’s device, Harmony, is a feasible tool for use in the prehospital setting
At its core, Logis strengthens ESO’s foundation serving EMS, fire departments, and hospitals and extends ESO’s data-driven insights to dispatch and emergency communication centers, while enhancing mobile integrated health capabilities
Versatility and customization on display in Indianapolis
Three strategic experts bring a wealth of knowledge to customer success and sales divisions
Members of Medic 27, Engine 10 and EMS 2 were the first to use whole blood on a patient since the program started
Books
Real-life experiences as NJ EMT and NY news manager fuel new novel by Tom Kranz
See the first-ever Type III Demers eFX Ambulance, an all electric, reimagined ambulance
Braun Chief XL ambulances on display at Booth #5846