Technology
The technology topic will keep you up to speed on new EMS technologies including improved emergency communications and high-tech EMS technologies.
In this episode, our co-hosts discuss EMS1 columnist Todd Bowman’s latest article focused on building confidence in new providers
The Microsoft/CrowdStrike failure exposed glaring vulnerabilities to our systems and now serves as a critical reminder to train on contingency plans
Stay connected and keep your kids safe with these top-rated Amazon products
Officials said the 911eye system will equip first responders with important details about a scene, such as the color of smoke or severity of a car crash
The drone is designed to deliver an AED, a tourniquet and Narcan to 911 callers before ambulance units arrive
Instead of giving stock to its executive team, Ambulnz gave it to its frontline responders, and paired it with a novel push-to-request dispatch system
Volunteer and combination departments have a second opportunity to secure COVID-19 PPE-related funding
Formalized neonatal training, repetition and equipment can account for the low frequency but high stakes of these resuscitation scenarios
Woodford County EMS Paramedics Clarinda Sheffler and Chad Ford were transporting Patrick Shulze as his marriage was officiated over a video call
Portsmouth fire and police department officials said their protocols call for masks to be worn in most circumstances
Find out how body-worn camera video can boost patient care documentation, provider safety and more
“The ‘new normal’ won’t work if you can’t break the traditional classroom mold”
The right system can help agencies discern the right candidate for the job and accelerate time-to-hire before they get away
The integration of the two technologies will get first responders detailed information about the crash before they arrive on scene
Every second counts in the prehospital environment, so it’s critical that EMS providers stay on top of the latest skills and strategies for saving lives
Mayor Martin J. Walsh announced a contract between the city and Sterlingwear of Boston to provide the gowns to ambulance services, fire departments and hospitals
The Department of Justice said at least one U.S. customer seeking to purchase PPE for fire departments, hospitals and nursing homes was offered 100,000 N95 masks
EMS agencies are encouraged to report their unmet needs, such as personnel or PPE shortages, using the online form
Researchers say a 50-minute dry heat cycle in a household multicooker can sanitize N95 respirators without compromising the filter or fit
NEMSIS-TAC and PWW produce definitive guidance on HIPAA – essential to aid the progression of MIH
Drexel University researchers reported the outcomes of the use of the app in Philadelphia over the course of a year
A new video shows how to properly don PPE, plus fact sheets cover face mask do’s and don’ts and how to wear a respirator
3 takeaways from our recent survey on on- and off-duty public safety mask policies and usage
As fire and EMS training and events move to an online experience, follow these tips to maximize your socially distanced education and networking
“Heroes Health” is available for free download for first responders and healthcare personnel to assess their mental health symptoms and access support resources
This model takes a page from unions to allow EMTs, paramedics and firefighters to provide input on their agency’s long-term vision
Understanding the pathophysiology of difficulty breathing and different methods of delivering airway pressure
First Response Ambulance Service in Decatur disputed the computer-based system’s calculations that it had fallen short of meeting response time requirements
EMS leaders interpret the results of the 2020 EMS Trend Report in light of COVID-19 and what it means for the future workforce
Understanding the legal precedent behind free speech rights and how they apply to on and off-duty first responders
Breaking down the National EMS Assessment 2020 insights on telehealth, health information exchange and disaster preparedness
The system alerts only the fire and EMS stations being dispatched and is meant to reduce first responders’ stress
Telehealth applications can reduce unnecessary exposure and better utilize EMS resources
