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BREAKING NEWS
Piedmont Medical Center’s parent company has applied to build a standalone ED as health care providers expand across the growing Rock Hill region
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CEO of the Greater Dayton Area Hospital Association said no significant changes to EMS operations are anticipated
Portland Mayor Ted Wheeler promoted funding to spare the non-police intervention service
Investigators determined officers in the ambulance were observers and medics were in charge
Mayor Eric Adams signed legislation requiring protection and training for FDNY EMS personnel
Authorities say explosion at Old Bridge sign company was the result of a chemical reaction
In a concise one-hour course, participants will learn three essential steps to control bleeding
Austin-Travis County EMS Assistant Chief Steve White said at least 65 people were treated between Monday and Wednesday
Meigs County EMS Director Tony Finnell surprised officials when asked about response times at a public safety meeting
TRENDING NEWS
COLUMNISTS & EXPERTS
My legal career is predicated on defending providers who find themselves on the wrong end of the law because of the difficult judgement calls in the heat of a moment. This is not that scenario.
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.
PRODUCT NEWS
PSTrax provides an operational readiness platform used by public safety agencies to track inspections, equipment status, and operational documentation
Launching Q2–Q3 2026, ACIQ reads ePCR narratives, codes claims with transparent reasoning, and supports EMS billing teams without replacing them
Demers Ambulances will participate in EMS Week May 17-23, 2026, with individual giveaways and interactive engagement to bring meaningful recognition to first responders
Technimount introduced a new bracket designed to securely transport WEINMANN Emergency MEDUVENT Standard ventilators in ground EMS settings
Two new units are already in service, expanding medical response capabilities for Sophia and nearby communities
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)