29 Injured, Seven Dead, in Train Derailment in India
February 4, 2019
A rail fracture is believed to be the cause of the derailment.
MRSA, fentanyl, bed bugs: What are you bringing home with you?
February 4, 2019
Limit your exposure and clean the ambulance and your clothing before heading home after shift to avoid contaminating your home and loved ones
Five Children Killed, Ejected from Minivan in Maryland Crash
February 4, 2019
Children’s ages range from five-years-old to a 15-year-old.
Louisiana Police Officer Killed in Funeral Procession Crash
February 4, 2019
Motorcycle officer was struck during procession in Baton Rouge.
Winter Toll: Over Two Dozen Dead, Hundreds Hurt
February 4, 2019
Hundreds of injuries, including frostbite, broken bones, heart attacks and carbon monoxide poisoning.
IAFC issues Survival Alert due to fire, EMS personnel injuries, deaths
February 4, 2019
The alert encourages personnel to postpone non-emergency tasks and focus on safety and survival training, as well as the loss of fellow first responders
IAFC, IAFF, NFPA, NVFC oppose required degrees for medics
February 4, 2019
In a joint statement, four national organizations state the reasons they oppose requiring college degrees for entry-level paramedics
Patient steals ambulance, hits two cop cars during chase
February 3, 2019
During a hospital transfer, a patient overpowered two MedStar employees and took control of the rig
EMS Physicians Honored with Professional and Research Awards at NAEMSP® 2019
February 3, 2019
OVERLAND PARK, Kan. — The National Association of EMS Physicians® (NAEMSP®) celebrated outstanding professional achievements and research abstracts during the NAEMSP® 2019 Annual Meeting held January 7-12, 2019, at the…
Ground, air emergency services face challenges in rural areas
February 3, 2019
Dwindling volunteers and low medical reimbursement rates create a hardship for volunteer agencies in sparsely populated areas