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La. paramedic, musician under fire for social media posts
Acadian Ambulance Paramedic Jamie Bergeron, who is also a popular Cajun musician, has apologized for posts that reference hitting protesters with vehicles
The expanding use of telemedicine during the COVID-19 pandemic
Telehealth applications can reduce unnecessary exposure and better utilize EMS resources
Seattle FD issues statement on shooting at protest zone
The statement explains the department's procedure for responding in a "volatile situation" and outlines measures taken to assist the zone's volunteer medics
Lawsuit seeks to change Calif. rules on EMT certification for felons
Seasonal Firefighter Dario Gurrola, who was convicted of two felonies, filed a complaint against state EMS officials last week
2nd shooting reported in Seattle protest zone
One person was transported to the hospital in a private vehicle following the second shooting in the zone in 48 hours
2 injured after Ill. FF-medic responds to blaze at his own house
Gurnee Firefighter-Paramedic Bob Davidson's mother and another firefighter were injured in the blaze at Davidson's home
Fla. FF-medic missing after off-duty crash
Broward County Firefighter-Paramedic James Vonminden disappeared after a single-vehicle crash on Friday
Off-duty FDNY EMS lieutenant dies by suicide
Union officials said they believe PTSD during the pandemic was a factor in Lt. Matthew Keene's death
2 dead, 12 injured after shooting at NC block party
Officials say gunfire erupted just as EMS arrived to respond to a person struck by a car
A good night’s sleep
The FIRST approach to provider resilience focuses on removing the stigma and supporting emotional intelligence
Md. woman who allegedly stole rig, injured man and then stole taxi charged with felonies
Officials say after crashing the ambulance into another vehicle, seriously injuring the driver, the woman fled the rig and made off with…
W.Va. county receives grant to tackle overdose challenges
The $225,000 grant will help establish teams of first responders and community advocates with the goal of preventing repeat overdoses