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In this episode, our co-hosts discuss a recent proposal from NREMT that could affect certification requirements for providers at all levels
As ransomware and other attacks continue to threaten public safety organizations, here’s how to guard against these events
In this episode, our co-hosts break down bodycam video from the City of Dallas after a patient died while in police custody during a Dallas Fire-Rescue ambulance transport
The app is used by medics and firefighters to send images and video from the field to the emergency room
The fully rugged, detachable laptop combines the features of a laptop and a tablet, and is purpose-built for challenging environments
How do you determine which technology, laptop or tablet, best meets your needs?
The AirMule is designed for conditions where landing a helicopter is unfeasible and will be able to airlift two people
The Veta system connects a smart case with a mobile app and helps monitor an auto-injector’s location and usage
Panacea’s Cloud will allow first responders and medical directors to better coordinate their response to mass casualty disasters
The thief was caught on camera wearing a camouflage hoodie and beanie opening the ambulance and removing a bag
Currently available drone technology has the ability to revolutionize situational awareness and improve responder safety
Follow these important steps for a successful ePCR implementation
The first 50 volunteers from United Rescue just graduated from the program, inspired by the United Hatzalah of Israel model
The fundraiser will help equip the first ambulance for the Stickney Fire Department’s 15 newly certified EMTs
Thanks to AVLs and DriveCams, police were able to locate a stolen ambulance and identify the perpetrator
The Lungappen app includes 20 patient cases with different respiratory issues and symptoms
The app-based service allows medics to transmit ECGs and patient information to physicians
The new device can also measure blood sugar, body temperature, heart rate, blood pressure and amount of oxygen in the bloodstream
The on-demand ride service is able to deliver mass vaccination, preventative care and layperson first aid in a way that EMS can’t match
App users in 35 U.S. cities can purchase a wellness pack and receive a free flu shot from an RN
Current technology and vital signs limit the information EMS providers can communicate to hospital trauma teams
Networked video technology is making it increasingly easy to connect patients at rural hospitals and incident scenes with specialist physicians
An ePCR makes patient care report data consistent, retrievable and reportable for billing, quality assurance and other improvement initiatives
AED-SOS, developed by Japanese researchers, shown to shorten time to AED delivery to simulated out-of-hospital cardiac arrest patients
The project was announced Sunday at the American Heart Association Scientific Sessions in Orlando
The attempt of game developers to simulate an office worker’s experience on the 101st floor of the WTC North Tower is offensive
Developers say the controversial experience showing a World Trade Center worker’s perspective, called “08:46", is a “tribute to the victims”
In-depth insights into the expert recommendations for medications, airway insertion and confirmation, defibrillation and post-arrest care
In-depth insights into the expert recommendations for chest compressions, AED use and suspected opioid overdose
Mobile applications like PulsePoint can connect CPR-trained responders to sudden cardiac arrest victims
The app will provide data on what chemicals are stored at a certain facility and in what quantity