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May 26, 2020 • EMS1 Daily News

Fla. paramedic admits to medication tampering, theft

The Suwannee County Fire Rescue paramedic has been charged with controlled substance possession and grand theft

May 26, 2020 • EMS1 Daily News

NY governor promises death benefits for frontline workers

Gov. Andrew Cuomo said death benefits for firefighters, EMS providers and other frontline personnel who die from COVID-19 will come from local…

May 26, 2020 • EMS1 Daily News

Australian ambulance service puts restrictions on intubation, nebulizers

New South Wales Ambulance has reportedly instructed its crews to avoid procedures that put them at risk of COVID-19 exposure

May 26, 2020 • EMS1 Daily News

Texas EMS virus hotline helps triage emergency calls amid pandemic

Callers can discuss their symptoms with dispatchers to help determine whether transport is necessary

May 24, 2020 • EMS1 Daily News

Inside a La. EMS’ virus strike team

The volunteer team of 22 paramedics exclusively handles calls involving confirmed or suspected COVID-19 cases

May 24, 2020 • EMS1 Daily News

NC EMT with learning disabilities works toward dream of becoming paramedic

GEMS EMT Andrew Molby says he has faced challenges due to dyslexia and dysgraphia but is on track to advance his career

May 24, 2020 • EMS1 Daily News

Texas county officials accuse EMS of misusing resources

Harris County Emergency Services District No. 11 accused Cypress Creek EMS of having an on-site mechanic repair members' personal vehicles

May 22, 2020 • EMS1 Daily News

Quick Take: When body surface area matters in burn assessment

Triage burn victims for inhalation injury and fluid administration by putting these four pieces of the puzzle together

May 22, 2020 • EMS1 Daily News

Photo of the Week: EMT hits virus recovery milestone during EMS Week

Atlantic and Cataldo Ambulance Service EMT Todd Beaudet was celebrated during his trip from the hospital to rehab after being taken off…

May 22, 2020 • EMS1 Daily News

Legislative hurdles check hazard pay, PSOB benefits

Frustration mounts as small print delays the HEROES Act, and presents a dual standard for provider benefits for the fallen

May 22, 2020 • EMS1 Daily News

Fla. Assistant Chief of Special Ops shares his agency’s pandemic preparations

Our co-hosts sit down with Manatee County (Florida) EMS Assistant Chief Tim Nowak, who gives an overview to his department's COVID-19 response

May 22, 2020 • EMS1 Daily News

Reflections on partnership during EMS Week

EMS providers share what partnership means to them and how their partner has made a difference in their lives

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