Limiting exposure to asbestos during and after disaster management
Environmental disasters can expose first responders to asbestos, putting them at risk for mesothelioma
How to keep PTSD out of your EMS department
Recognize the risk factors and symptoms of PTSD, and how to manage self-talk and meditate to reduce its physical and emotional effects
FDNY EMT kidnapped, car stolen after shift
Three suspects forced a 44-year-old FDNY EMT at gunpoint into his car after his shift
Salinas Fire Dept. maintains paramedic program amid investigation of faked documents
Allegations of false education credits being awarded to SFD paramedics prompted an investigation by city and state officials
SirenGPS app aims to help first responders in emergencies
The app also has a feature that allows users to type messages to dispatchers, for situations when speaking is difficult or dangerous
Paralyzed Texas firefighter raising money for paramedic amputee
Garth Goodwin plans to donate the proceeds from a charity golf tournament in his name to first responder Rory Barros, who lost his leg after being hit by a drun...