Mass. ambulance service receives free plexiglass aerosol boxes
April 22, 2020
The boxes are designed to go over a patient's head during airway management procedures and trap aerosol contaminants
2 FDNY EMTs die due to COVID-19
April 22, 2020
FDNY EMTs John Redd, 63, and Idris Bey, 60, were department veterans and both worked on World Trade Center rescue and recovery efforts after 9/11
Addressing your concerns: COVID-19 resources for EMS personnel
April 21, 2020
News and expert analysis to help alleviate the top pandemic-related stressors
Air medical association asks Congress for $816M in funding, CMS changes
April 21, 2020
The Association of Air Medical Services is seeking federal funding to help air ambulance providers recoup lost revenue during the COVID-19 pandemic
Pa. assistant fire chief, EMT dies from COVID-19
April 21, 2020
Pioneer Hose Company #1 Assistant Fire Chief Robert Zerman may have contracted the virus while responding to a medical call last month, officials said
McDonald’s offers free meals for first responders, healthcare workers during pandemic
April 21, 2020
First responders and healthcare professionals can get a daily free "thank you" meal from April 22 to May 5 by showing their badge
5 ways first responders can focus on mental health during the COVID-19 pandemic
April 21, 2020
Tips to ensure first responders stay not only physically healthy but also mentally prepared to navigate these stressful times
Facebook map tracks those reporting virus symptoms by county
April 21, 2020
The interactive map includes data from a survey of more than 1 million Facebook users
Gov. Cuomo calls for 50% hazard pay for frontline workers
April 21, 2020
New York Gov. Andrew Cuomo urged the federal government to implement hazard pay for first responders, hospital workers and others deemed essential
Data shows stroke, heart attack, MVC calls have decreased during pandemic
April 21, 2020
The chief medical officer of data company ESO said stroke and heart attack patients may be transporting themselves or not seeking treatment