EMS News
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BREAKING NEWS
Multnomah County leaders agreed with AMR to keep using a hybrid ambulance staffing model after the company has made significant reductions to its “Level Zero” time
Neptune Township EMS, Special Operations personnel held training on how to rescue a person trapped in a beach sand collapse
Allegany County officials made offers to EMS personnel laid off this summer due to a $2M deficit
From spooky safety tips to fun costume posts, law enforcement, fire and EMS departments nationwide are sharing the Halloween spirit through photos and videos
NEMSQA: The data shows the industry can do better
The trooper, who was stationed near the end zone, was struck by a Tampa Bay Buccaneers receiver as he landed out of bounds while attempting to catch a Hail Mary pass
Investigators believe a propane leak is the cause of an explosion in Van Alstyne
Erin Mender had earlier helped the same EMT with a medical emergency at the Alabama-Missouri game
The Seattle Fire Department’s buprenorphine pilot program will now allow firefighter/EMTs to use the drug with patients experiencing severe opioid withdrawal
Scranton officials are looking at the advantages and disadvantages of fire-based EMS following a feasibility study
Haywood County Emergency Services is relying on first responders in Tennessee as I-40 is closed for repairs
The Air Evac Lifeteam Bell 206 helicopter crashed while en route to pick up a patient, killing all three members aboard
911 callers in Morgan County will have the option of sending images, video or live-streaming to a dispatcher
“Our first responders are everyday heroes, and we are so grateful for their service,” President Joe Biden said
One person is dead after a boat exploded while being fueled at a Broward County marina
“I took my strong hand, applied it over the hole to create a suction. And then I took my other hand to apply direct pressure to his head,” Sgt. Joelle Harrell recalled
The duo were recognized for saving the life of a teen soccer player
An Ohio State University study finds that a law meant to shield New Yorkers from out-of-network ambulance bills has led to higher prices
Officials worry about the future of the Naloxone Bulk Purchase Fund
An $85M wrongful death lawsuit accuses Newport News gross negligence and willful and wanton negligence
COLUMNISTS & EXPERTS
Communicating with law enforcement and following these clinical guidelines will help to keep patient safety first and foremost
What you need to know about Ozempic and other forms of semaglutide
The city’s EMS system has saved one life saved for every 3 days of the program, showing promising results
A case in New Mexico highlights the importance of thorough assessments after paramedics deemed a patient’s self-inflicted gunshot wound unsurvivable
The impact of Helene highlights the importance of preparedness, ICS training and rapid mobilization for future storms
A structure collapse response is going to be bigger than just your crew, so requesting ample resources early can go a long way as technical rescue teams assemble
