Technology
The technology topic will keep you up to speed on new EMS technologies including improved emergency communications and high-tech EMS technologies.
Consider these three tips and options when selecting a pair of tactical duty boots
Simple steps can go a long way toward protecting public safety agencies in an evolving cyber-risk environment
The role of reliable connectivity options in the modern EMS landscape
The tech company and the advocacy group said they plan to focus on guidelines, goals and strategies
Using an app that shares GPS coordinates, Deerfield firefighters were directed to the injured man’s location
The Bicycle Emergency Response Team is engaging the community, while providing quick response to difficult-to-access venues
When Ryan McConnaughey realized he couldn’t move anything below his neck, he activated his watch using voice control to call for help
The measure authorizes the purchase of 3,700 handheld radios for every police officer in Delaware County as well as most fire and EMS personnel
A previous billing vendor for Lee County Emergency Medical Services was affected
In this tip, risk management expert Gordon Graham encourages first responders to be smart about their use of cell phones while on duty
Geospatial routing, also called location-based routing, uses GPS information and other data and has been around for a few years
3,213 EMS providers speak up about job satisfaction, effective leadership, safety and innovation in the EMS Trend Survey
Former ProCare Medical Transportation Service EMT Davian Rogers said there has been a problem with transportation run report software
In this week’s photo, MinXray and Qure.ai demonstrate digital radiography equipment at a base camp in Nepal
FirstNet’s Paul Patrick on resolving communication challenges during MCIs, pandemic response
“Having a simulation lab helps us as providers walk into a room and problem-solve. It really helps us bridge the gap between the patient and us,” a trainee flight medic said
The National EMS Advisory Council offers updates on EMS issues from roadway safety to ET3 and COVID response
The number of people affected is unknown, but Comstar Ambulance Billing said that suspicious activity was detected in March
Our Inside EMS co-hosts welcome Lt. Ken Howell and Firefighter Mackenzie Gross to share about the Lexington Fire Department’s CP program
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
Officials with the St. Charles County Ambulance District and the Metro West Fire District said they hope the technology improves safety and response times
Pool lifeguards started CPR, Endwell firefighters used an AED, Union Volunteer Emergency Squad medics used a Lucas Device and transported the child
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
UCF RESTORES also received $270,000 to work with Florida A&M to build a statewide mental health wellness toolkit for first responders
MCHD medical directors discuss whole blood alternatives and implementation considerations
The initiative includes a recruiting campaign, no-cost trainings and giving current providers equipment and supplies
The attack may include Rockland, Maine, patient data such as names, birth dates, assessments, medications, insurance information and social security numbers
“It’s shocking that the department doesn’t already have such a plan,” said Oren Barzilay, president of Local 2507, which represents EMTs, medics and inspectors
In this episode, our co-hosts discuss host Chris Cebollero’s multi-year effort to create a universal reimbursement program for community paramedicine work
In this episode, our co-hosts reflect on the recent mass shootings in New York, Texas and Oklahoma and how providers should prepare to respond
In this episode, our co-hosts discuss Kelly Grayson’s latest book which examines how patient care differs between the perspective of police officers, nurses and EMS professionals
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