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EMS officials mark 50th anniversary of 1st paramedic act
The Wedworth-Townsend Act, which legally recognized and protected paramedics, was signed in California on July 15, 1970
Staten Island man accused of attacking EMT found unfit for trial
Glenn Stephens, 63, was ordered to be treated at a secure psychiatric facility after allegedly punching an EMT in the groin last…
Tesla crashes, causes chain accident with police car, ambulance
Police say the Tesla was possibly on “Autopilot” at the time of the crash and are investigating whether the driver was drunk
Mo. paramedic left paralyzed after ambulance crash
A 60-year-old woman is suspected of driving while intoxicated in the crash that seriously injured Joachim-Plattin Paramedic Erik Bedwell and Capt. Greg…
Off-duty Texas FF-EMT seriously injured rescuing person from fire
Granite Shoals Firefighter-EMT Dustin Short sustained lung injuries after going into a burning building to save a trapped victim
Ariz. officials say Tesla possibly on ‘Autopilot’ in crash with police vehicle, ambulance
Police are also investigating whether the driver of the Tesla was drunk at the time of the collision
Mass. bill aims to speed up CPR instruction for 911 callers
The bill would require training for dispatchers to give CPR instructions immediately for suspected cardiac arrests
Portland medic struck with ‘wrist rocket’ projectile
Police say a suspect launched the metal ball bearing using a slingshot-type device and was armed with a crowbar, a knife, flares…
The history of our history: 50 years of prehospital medicine
A transatlantic tale of former army doctors, paramedic development, cardiac arrest survival, and Johnny and Roy
Mo. officials say FBI investigating threats over ambulance purchases
Threats were allegedly made against Cole County officials after the county switched to a Canadian ambulance manufacturer
NC university launches mental wellness app for first responders
"Heroes Health" is available for free download for first responders and healthcare personnel to assess their mental health symptoms and access support…
La. offers $50M in hazard pay on first-come, first-served basis
Eligible first responders and other essential workers can begin filing applications Wednesday to receive a one-time $250 stipend