EMS News
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BREAKING NEWS
Fort Worth EMS vehicles now carry whole blood, a major step in improving trauma care and aligning with Dallas’ recent efforts
A hidden spy camera disguised as a phone charger was discovered in the bunkroom of an El Cajon fire station, leaving female EMS personnel feeling violated and unsafe
The CCD reports that there are twice as many cases as at the same time last year
Norwich Free Academy students got an up-close lesson on EMS from a Life Star medical helicopter crew
Mesa Fire and Medical is preparing to spend $162 million next year as it handles nearly 200 daily calls, with 84% tied to medical emergencies
The Monongalia County Board of Education is considering eliminating the emergency medical services program at the Monongalia County Technical Education Center
Three members of an ARCH Air Medical Service crew were injured when their medical helicopter crashed while taking off from a Hartford fire station
Public safety personnel were on duty at Lambeau Field to keep fans safe and secure at the 2025 NFL Draft in Green Bay, Wisconsin
Improperly mixed cleaning chemicals triggered a temporary evacuation at The Gardens Skilled Nursing and Rehabilitation center in Colorado Springs
TRENDING NEWS
COLUMNISTS & EXPERTS
A fatal medication error and subsequent involuntary manslaughter charge highlights the ongoing challenges of error reporting in EMS
A deadly vehicle attack in New Orleans underscores the need for EMS to adapt to evolving threats, exploring strategies for prevention, response and building resilience
Snow, fog, smoke and dust: 4 tips for operating in dangerous roadway conditions
Lessons from a Florida chief’s message to grieving members
Two chiefs resign in under a year, prompting scrutiny over burnout, organizational challenges and leadership fit
EMT Stephen Walsh’s death sparks a call to action for wellness initiatives and the reevaluation of long-standing shift structures
PRODUCT NEWS
The NIOSH layoffs impact nearly 200 employees, including mining safety and protective equipment programs as part of a broader federal workforce reduction under a Trump-era executive order
Braun Ambulances returns to FDIC International 2025 with two models, including the debut of the Select by Braun Chief XL Type I
Attendees will explore the climate-defying MXP 153 Type I Arctic Range Edition and the all-new MXP 170 Type I ambulance, built for peak performance, safety and efficiency
Register now for the March 27 event hosted by David McGowan
Updated mobile capabilities, longitudinal record and dispatch integrations provide EMS agencies with powerful tools, including auto-generated narratives
EMS providers and industry stakeholders can now improve data management, streamline workflows and reduce the risk of double documentation through data interoperability