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A Dickeyville man accidentally shot himself in the ankle with a crossbow while preparing to hunt, then passed out and crashed while trying to drive to Grant Regional Health Center
An EMS call in Bradley County escalated when a combative patient returned home and fired at law enforcement drones used for negotiation
Medics weigh in on whether EMS should remain under FDNY or break off into its own agency — and what the debate reveals about EMS work today
Long Beach’s 10th paramedic unit will replace the part-time Rescue 2 ambulance and comes amid persistent warnings about strained EMS coverage
City Hall will hand full control of the crisis response teams to NYC Health + Hospitals, raising questions about the future of mental health policing as a new administration takes office
Cabarrus County EMS and Atrium Health Cabarrus are now delivering blood transfusions in the field, using rapid infusers and mobile blood units
Following an EMS study, Grant County Fire District 3 will add an ALS intercept unit to cut response times and strengthen coverage without increasing the EMS levy
A viral union-released video captures a Cleveland EMS medic being pulled to the ground during a violent assault, prompting renewed calls for stronger protections
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
Sales of the thin line Fisher Space Pens, which were created for astronauts to use on missions, will benefit first responder charities
The new rule also requires EMS providers to maintain a distance of six feet from any member of the public who is not a patient
The technology company will support the NEMSQA’s efforts to develop, test and validate quality measures for EMS
Data company ESO released its mid-year report on call volume, PPE use and patient outcomes Thursday
Tavares Fire Department Lt. Carsten Kieffer said a fellow paramedic on the boat used his belt as a tourniquet
Monte Posner, executive director of the Training Institute for Medical Emergencies and Rescue, says students have found creative ways practice hands-on skills at home
Sanford’s fire union president said a 72-hour wait for first responders’ test results is “unacceptable”
EMRs, EMTs, AEMTs and paramedics will be permitted to complete all of their continuing education requirements online
Scott DeBoer was honored with the national award for his work teaching first responders how to best provide emergency care to kids
The CityHawk EMS vehicle will be designed to easily navigate and land in busy cities