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The Chicopee Fire Department’s fire apparatus and reserve rigs will now carry expanded EMS gear to treat respiratory distress, allergic reactions, diabetic emergencies and other critical injuries
A truck crashed into a mixed-use building in Clifton, injuring two people and leaving the damaged structure too unstable to enter
Aims Community College Professor of Emergency Medical and Paramedic Services, Kristie Skala, uses realistic simulations to prepare students for the field as paramedic shortages continue to grow
Oakwood officials warn declining volunteers and rising costs could force cuts or closure without a new tax to fund EMS operations
Three people were slashed in a seemingly random morning attack before officers shot the suspect, who ignored repeated commands to drop the weapon
After absorbing Princess Anne’s ambulance service, officials warn Somerset County could be pushed to take over another struggling EMS system as divisions over funding and responsibility persist
The state approved expanding the Riverside Fire Authority program countywide, allowing transport of eligible patients directly to Cascade Community Healthcare’s 18-bed Crisis Stabilization Unit instead of a hospital
An EMT driving by rushed in to help rescue residents from the burning Longview duplex
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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




PRODUCT NEWS
If your agency has a moment to highlight — big or small — that reflects the courage and care of your team, Axon wants to hear it
First Candle’s Safe Sleep Response Training equips first responders and others to counsel families on safe sleep and support those affected by SUID
NSCFD sought out a solution to keep pace with high-acuity demands and reduce provider stress in time-critical situations
Stanly County EMS selected OneDose for its flexibility, speed of customization, and intuitive design
Honoring his parents’ care, a philanthropist gave $367,600 to buy an ambulance, easing response times after the Fairfield’s lone medical truck failed
The MXP 170DFE model offers a new ergonomic design to enhance crew safety & workflow while maximizing storage efficiency for high-volume EMS operations
These technologies put tools directly into the hands of emergency responders
Ranking No. 492 overall and No. 54 in software, 2025 marks the company’s fourth consecutive appearance on the list — and its first time in Inc. 500
Carver EMS is Massachusetts’ first to use OneDose, giving per-diem crews real-time protocols, dosing and documentation to standardize care and cut errors
First Due powers operations for over 3,000 agencies across all local, state/provincial, and federal segments in the United States and Canada
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