Ind. executive order allows retired, inactive EMS professionals to work during pandemic

The governor's order allows inactive EMS providers to work in the state under the supervision of a licensed EMS or healthcare professional

Mass. bill would protect EMS, healthcare workers from liability during COVID-19 crisis

The proposal would shield EMS providers, healthcare workers and hospitals from civil lawsuits as they make difficult decisions during the pandemic

Mo. first responders now eligible for workers' compensation for COVID-19

The new state rule creates the assumption that first responders diagnosed with or quarantined for the disease were exposed while on duty

Mich. ambulance service using ultraviolet lights to disinfect vehicles

The service says the ultraviolet C lights can be activated remotely and sanitize an ambulance in about two minutes

CDC issues new guidelines for essential workers during pandemic

The guidelines cover actions both employees and employers in essential industries, such as public safety, should take

How drones could be used during the COVID-19 response

International first responders have used drones for observation, sharing messages with the public and even decontamination

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