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First responders used ropes, swift-water rescue techniques and a helicopter to save a man who survived for days after falling from a cliff into the Watauga River
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Seelyville Fire Chief Harold Osborn died after a cardiovascular event hours after responding to an EMS call
New legislation will reimburse EMS agencies for treatment in place, telemedicine-supported care and transport to alternative destinations
A San Jose fire engineer collected more than $1 million in overtime pay since 2023 as staffing shortages, rising call volume and paramedic vacancies continue to drive overtime costs
EMS personnel, a patient and three other people were hospitalized after a Harford County crash
Five people were decontaminated after an accidental chemical spill involving chlorine, bromine and hydrochloric acid sparked a fire at Stockton University
Fire departments and EMS providers across west-central Illinois received funding through the Illinois Small Equipment Grant Program
The proposed changes would clarify continuing education requirements, documentation standards and accepted education sources for EMS certification, recertification and reentry pathways
Veteran New Haven firefighter/paramedic Thomas “TJ” Kochera was credited with numerous lifesaving rescues and cardiac arrest saves
TRENDING NEWS
COLUMNISTS & EXPERTS
Union pressures mayor as investment in equipment outpaces investment in people
What will TNKase’s 5-second IV bolus mean for EMS stroke care?
With 17 paramedic vacancies, the county turns to sign-on bonuses, but will it solve the real problem?
City leaders seek millions in funding to improve EMS wages
Program aims to recruit and train 50-75 paramedics annually to strengthen workforce
A unified effort among EMS agencies, hospitals and aviation units ensures faster, lifesaving treatment
PRODUCT NEWS
ImageTrend’s listing confirms that its test environment is compliant with NIST 800-53
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Witness how strategic design meets field-validated performance in the Express Plus Type 1 and explore its full capabilities
AT&T’s FirstNet deployable network provides mission-critical connectivity through mobile satellite solutions and portable infrastructure
The new CCL 166 Type III ambulance will premiere at EMS World Expo 2025, delivering a redesigned action area, 25% more storage capacity, and more practical features to enhance fleet performance
Marking back-to-back recognition, this year’s honor underscores First Due’s leadership in artificial intelligence for public safety
EMS crews used a Stokes basket and rope system to rescue the critically injured man after he fell from the Acrisure Stadium’s main scoreboard
The department utilized resources provided through the NarcBox Grant Assistance Program
The new, award-winning ambulance is designed to give first responders greater safety, comfort, and performance