EMS Advocacy
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Put away your Bee Gees record and try these holiday classics to keep the CPR pace this season
All caregivers can find solace in small victories and salvation in providing comfort to those who are suffering
Christmas spirit is all around us, in the cops, EMTs, firefighters and nurses who bring hope just by showing up
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A paramedic’s role is to help people and do the best they can for each patient
EMS providers bring comfort, calm and cheer to the lives of people who need us the most
Support first responders injured in the line of duty, new recruit education and the families of the fallen
Giving thanks … and asking tough questions about who’s driving EMS
EMS agencies across Wyoming face an estimated $30 million annual funding gap, running high-mileage rigs as lawmakers debate whether to declare EMS an essential service
The key to improving media relationships, public trust and crisis communication is a trained PIO who understands both the job and the story
Real talk: EMS needs to stop playing second fiddle in the house of medicine
The National Registry of Emergency Medical Technicians has opened a public comment period on a member EMS Advisory Group
You never know when a simple “thank you” to an educator, nurse, law enforcement officer or firefighter might make a life-changing impact
With over 35 years in EMS and two decades leading Medstar, Miller will advocate for Midwest providers on safety, patient-centered care, workforce development and system improvement
Try these tips to make seat belt use in the patient care compartment just as normal as your personal vehicle
Advanced Medical Transport ensures safe travel for Peoria veterans
The EMS Compact-backed observance, held Nov. 10–16, honors the impact of student-run EMS programs across 43 states, five Canadian provinces and Jamaica
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
“The next evolution of EMS leadership will not be measured by how many calls we answer, but by how many crises we prevent.”
With 76% of EMS professionals facing burnout, agencies must prioritize recovery, resilience and leadership modeling to protect provider health and patient safety
After the abrupt dismissal of the federal EMS advisory council, outgoing members are stepping up — ensuring the next cohort won’t start cold
“Helping others is not a single act but a mindset, a willingness to step forward, to share the weight of a difficult moment, to be steady when others can’t.”
More than ever, those on the front lines need to see their work elevated and appreciated
Ahead of Oct. 28, share your organization’s impact with local media outlets and reach out to local companies for support
A six-year push for the day of appreciation, inspired by heroism and tragedy, culminated in the designation of Oct. 28 to honor first responders
“We honor their trust by leaving the shades up”
Now that I have half a dozen or so of these experiences under my belt, here’s what to expect when responding to a medical assistance call on a flight
In an era of thin resources and rising demands, it’s not just tech or tactics that define great EMS teams — it’s leadership rooted in everyday respect
It’s time to match praise with policy for those on the front lines
After terminating the previous NEMSAC council, the Department of Transportation says it seeks members who fairly represent diverse EMS and 911 roles
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