Increased non-emergency 911 calls to Tenn. fire department are pushing officials to find other solutions

One solution is a fire department in Lexington, Kentucky, that reduced non-emergency calls by about 30% after creating a community paramedicine program

Increase in non-emergency calls push Tenn. fire departments to seek solutions

Last year, the Chattanooga Fire Department received 1,320 calls for non-emergency citizen assists, which include lift assists

Mont. first responders seek $1M portable radio upgrade

Problems with portable communications between firefighters, police and emergency services personnel are getting worse and becoming more frequent

Man arrested for allegedly punching female paramedic during treatment

A 25-year-old paramedic was struck when trying to treat an intoxicated man who became belligerent

Program aims to reduce 911 calls, ER visits

The Community Resource Paramedic program is a collaborative effort between the fire department and other area organizations that aims to reduce 911 calls and ho...

Fla. program aims to reduce 911 calls, ER visits

The Community Resource Paramedic program is a collaborative effort between the fire department and other area organizations that aims to reduce 911 calls and ho...

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