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EMS1 Special Contributors are leading voices in prehospital care, sharing their knowledge and experiences to support and inspire EMS professionals. These guest authors bring a wealth of expertise on topics such as patient care, innovation, and leadership, helping shape the future of EMS.

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LATEST ARTICLES
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Voices
Courage in chaos
After losing nearly everything in a season of relentless tragedy, paramedic Kristina Browne found her voice, her purpose and her faith — one quiet step at a time
December 23, 2025 10:04 AM
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EMS Advocacy
The dash and the asterisk: Rethinking ‘thank you for your service’
It’s time to match praise with policy for those on the front lines
December 22, 2025 05:28 PM
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Book Excerpt
Book excerpt: ‘Unbreakable valor’
A U.S. Army Major (Ret.) and combat medic recounts a moment when training, duty and reality collide — and how moral injury can stem from what responders are unable to change
December 16, 2025 02:07 PM
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Book Excerpt
Book excerpt: ‘Medic, a diary’
A graphic memoir follows one EMT’s path from rookie to seasoned paramedic, capturing the daily grind, dark humor and emotional toll of life on the ambulance
December 16, 2025 10:38 AM
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EMT, EMS, Paramedic Jobs and Careers
Childhood trauma and public safety careers: Is there a connection?
Understanding the “warrior spirit” concept brings the answer into focus
December 09, 2025 10:09 AM
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Mental Health
Stop the staffing spiral: Burnout is draining your workforce
Staffing shortages, weak feedback loops and outdated incentives are driving talent away. Stay interviews and engagement plans could be the solution.
November 22, 2025 08:36 PM
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Fitness & Health
Burnout in EMS: Recognize it, fight it, overcome it
Burnout tops the list of critical concerns. Discover how to recognize the signs and address root causes, to prevent and reverse burnout.
November 20, 2025 12:22 PM
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Military
A mission of gratitude: Paramedics power Honor Flight heroes’ homecoming
Advanced Medical Transport ensures safe travel for Peoria veterans
November 10, 2025 10:47 AM
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Technology
As smart devices change emergency calls, 911 centers must adapt
From wearables to voice assistants, a new wave of device-initiated calls is changing how dispatchers respond — and why better tech and training are crucial now
November 06, 2025 11:25 AM
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Fitness & Health
Do men and women recover from trauma differently?
A new study explores gender differences in PTSD and post-traumatic growth among firefighters, EMTs and medics
November 03, 2025 03:01 PM
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