EMS News
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BREAKING NEWS
Swift, coordinated action by first responders helped revive a child, restoring a pulse before the patient was airlifted to Cook Children’s Medical Center
Since shifting to a hybrid EMS model in 2023, San Diego has seen faster ambulance responses and increased revenue, but paramedics say they’re overwhelmed by staffing shortages
High schoolers visiting Virginia Tech for a summer program fell six feet onto concrete when a utility grate gave way
After a four-year hiatus, the FDNY’s iconic fundraising calendar is back, featuring 25 of the department’s fittest first responders
The IAFF said that two firefighters were killed and a third is in surgery after firefighters were ambushed at a brush fire on Canfield Mountain
Connecticut ED doctors warn that growing patient boarding delays are straining hospital care, prompting new state efforts to speed up transfers and ease overcrowding
Children’s hospital, Philadelphia Fire Department team up to strengthen pediatric emergency training
A new partnership aims to boost fire department paramedics’ and EMTs’ confidence and skills in pediatric care, focusing on high-quality CPR, IV access and early recognition of critical symptoms
Experts warn that under Trump, FEMA could approve fewer major disaster declarations and deliver slower, reduced responses
The “She Drives Act,” would require the NHTSA to include advanced female dummies, aiming to close a safety gap in how cars are rated and approved
TRENDING NEWS
COLUMNISTS & EXPERTS
Educating patients about alternate forms of pain management could stem the tide of opioid overdoses
Expert opinion and guidelines can frame this important EMS health and safety issue and guide future research and progress
EMS providers need to be involved in educating communities in how to provide the initial response to critically injured patients
Following on White House special commission recommendations, Trump announces a national public health emergency for the opioid emergency
The initial chaos requires quick, creative incident mitigation solutions, while recovery requires long-term planning
Co-hosts Chris Cebollero and Kelly Grayson discuss the top news stories from the week
PRODUCT NEWS
Sameer Jafri, Rory Beyer and Moseley Andrews included in prestigious list recognizing 30 of the top innovators, game-changers, and influencers under the age of 30
Avive Solutions secured a prestigious Silver award within the Medical Devices & Technology – Medical Devices category for the Avive Connect AED
Wireless handheld ultrasound equipment brings diagnostic imaging to patients regardless of location
The ZOLL Claims Clarity data enhances EMS providers’ understanding of their markets and ability to make data-driven decisions
Trainer T3 offers new immersive features with real-life equipment and physics-based object motion
Advancements in mask technology and customization drive growth in protective masks for healthcare workers and emergency responders
Debbie Virgilio was well-known to Auburn first responders in her final days
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