Mass. bill aims to speed up CPR instruction for 911 callers
July 14, 2020
The bill would require training for dispatchers to give CPR instructions immediately for suspected cardiac arrests
Portland medic struck with ‘wrist rocket’ projectile
July 14, 2020
Police say a suspect launched the metal ball bearing using a slingshot-type device and was armed with a crowbar, a knife, flares and possible pyrotechnics
The history of our history: 50 years of prehospital medicine
July 14, 2020
A transatlantic tale of former army doctors, paramedic development, cardiac arrest survival, and Johnny and Roy
Mo. officials say FBI investigating threats over ambulance purchases
July 14, 2020
Threats were allegedly made against Cole County officials after the county switched to a Canadian ambulance manufacturer
NC university launches mental wellness app for first responders
July 14, 2020
"Heroes Health" is available for free download for first responders and healthcare personnel to assess their mental health symptoms and access support resources
La. offers $50M in hazard pay on first-come, first-served basis
July 14, 2020
Eligible first responders and other essential workers can begin filing applications Wednesday to receive a one-time $250 stipend
La. offers $250 in hazard pay on first-come, first-serve basis
July 14, 2020
Lawmakers have allocated $50 million in hazard pay for first responders and applications can be filed starting on Wednesday
La. offers $250 in hazard pay on first-come, first-served basis
July 14, 2020
Lawmakers have allocated $50 million in hazard pay for first responders, essential workers; applications can be filed starting Wednesday
4 patient assessment scenarios that are actually useful for EMS students
July 14, 2020
Consider adding these often-encountered patients to your EMT or paramedic class's patient assessment drills or high-fidelity patient simulations
Lawsuit claims former Chicago FF sexually harassed medic-in-training
July 14, 2020
The paramedic trainee claims the firefighter groped and made lewd remarks toward him, and that other firefighters tried to cover up the incident