EMS Advocacy
The EMS advocacy topic features related articles, news, resources and videos concerning EMS issues and efforts to keep them in the forefront.
Rihi Jain explores the barriers women face in EMS and provides strategies for building a more inclusive, supportive workforce
City leaders seek millions in funding to improve EMS wages
The COVID-19 RAPID Mental Health Assessment highlights key concerns related to first responder stress, general wellbeing, and work-life balance
Officials in Wapello County are exploring options to make EMS an essential service, requiring a voter-approved levy, as discussions continue on sustainable emergency medical solutions
“Time” magazine-featured paramedic Alanna Badgley reflects on the fear, fatigue and fight to get recognition and support for EMS during the pandemic and how that fight continues today
In a moment of global uncertainty, first responders and frontline workers stepped up when humanity needed them most; these are their stories.
Being an emergency medical technician is rewarding job, and with the right EMT training, there’s plenty of room to grow
“Our commitment to take care of others is not a political undertaking; it represents the greatest of social contracts in helping our fellow humans in their time of need.”
State EMS Director Joe Schmider on how Texas’ data-driven plan brought in 10,915 new providers
EMS providers face challenges in recruiting and retaining staff, as leaders exploring financial incentives, legislative support and reclassification as an essential service
Develop young journalists’ skills with strategic messaging and leverage media as a tool for public safety, funding and recruitment
“You can’t oversee EMS medicine from behind a desk.” With a full-time medical director, providers gain a mentor, coach and advocate.
During a time of racial tension and social upheaval, the movement helped form the foundations of the pre-hospital care we’re used to today
Equipping citizens to put down the cell phone and save lives in an emergency
Opponents of the bill said the unreliability of funding could lead municipalities to cut services or increase taxes
FEMA, wildfire response and a fire chief running calls on expired licensure: Chris and Kelly break down the biggest news from around the country
Wapello County officials considered a resolution formally establishing an EMS advisory council
“An Extraordinary Measure” highlights the evolution of advanced pre-hospital care in the city and the FDNY EMS of today
From pioneering AED use, to mentoring a generation of EMS professionals, Dr. Wayne’s remarkable career set new standards for EMS systems worldwide
Vague definitions and enforcement challenges raise concerns about how a new law will function in real-world emergencies, leaving providers to navigate gray areas under pressure
Opportunities for OSHA’s proposed Emergency Response Standard to improve EMS safety
This episode reveals data-driven insights into tiered response models, community funding wins, and the growing role of local stories in national EMS advocacy
Russ Myers never wanted to do what medics do but he did want to understand them so he could care for them
For EMTs, grief is often a surprising reaction to every day interactions with patients and their loved ones
Alan Cowen, fire deputy chief (ret.) Los Angeles City Fire Department, reflects on leadership lessons
From avoiding critical errors to fostering trust, discover 5 actionable strategies to master active listening to deliver better care
Explore the process of transforming EMS safety with in-depth assessments, actionable insights and data-driven initiatives to improve patient and provider outcomes
EMS Trend Survey seeks input for What Paramedics Want in 2025 report
The state-of-the industry survey focuses on wellness, career development and satisfaction in EMS
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