Safety
The safety topic provides news, information and resources to keep EMS providers informed about key safety issues, developments and technology, including research and initiatives focused on violence against EMS professionals, how to prevent an injury, near-miss reporting and risk mitigation.
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Three outdated paradigms holding EMS back
Translating data into information, and information into action
Ballistic protective equipment for active shooter response is eligible for Assistance to Firefighters grant funding
Michael Huckleby, 30, shoved a medic who was attempting to treat a pair of individuals overdosing on opioids
The man and his wife were engaged in a bitter split that involved a custody battle over the 6-year-old girl
The Sioux San Hospital emergency department is set to be closed on Sept. 20 due primarily to the age of the facility and equipment
The man got angry after medics said he didn’t require a transport
The driver told police he was taking his female passenger to the hospital when he passed out
The weapon “narrowly missed” his carotid artery, but the medic finished his shift after receiving treatment
Over 75,000 are being monitored for lung and asbestos-related cancers; 5,441 cases have already been diagnosed
The cars will recognize official vehicles by their distinct pattern of flashing lights
A comic for EMS drawing off the real experiences of EMS
Parker A. Foster Jr. denied the allegations of his coworker, who claims he groped her at a hotel May 21
Before deciding whether or not to allow firefighters, paramedics and EMTs to carry concealed firearms on duty, give careful thought to these five factors
The conference will encourage first responders to manage compassion fatigue and practice self-care
The man led police on a chase, running away on foot after spikes disabled the vehicle
Medics were recently equipped with spit kits, in order to identify and prosecute patients who spit on EMS personnel
Qualitative research project leads to four recommendations for healthier first responders in EMS, police and fire departments
Doctors will be able to see a live feed of patients to provide better medical direction
Rates have increased partially due to enhanced medical training and techniques for military medics
Robert Allen Brooks pleaded guilty to assaulting his wife in 2014, and will have to clear several evaluations and proof of compliance before reapplying for his license
The ambulance was transporting an inmate to the hospital when the crash occurred
From dangerous scenes to an increased role as patient advocate, the profession shows signs of evolution
A grant funded by the city’s oldest parade organization will provide body armor, ballistic helmets and trauma supplies for EMTs
In a time of absolute fear, excruciating pain and helplessness, an EMT with a spinal cord injury credits compassionate providers for making a world of difference
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TASER weapons’ probes were described as “functionally similar” to an EKG
The patient was taken to the hospital by another ambulance
EMS Authority of Okla. uses “Howler” sirens which drivers can feel up to 200 feet away
Angela Weir fell from a bridge Aug. 3 as she was running to help victims in a crash
The victim gave the woman money and became angry when she said no
The 23-year-old has pleaded not guilty to larceny, obstructing EMS and driving while intoxicated
The EMT told the restrained patient to “get a haircut and join the military”
