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March 2, 2020 • EMS1 Daily News

Pa. organization exceeds fundraising goal for first responder ballistic vests

The "Invest in Vests" fundraiser raised enough money to buy 92 vests for firefighters, EMS personnel and police

March 2, 2020 • EMS1 Daily News

The virus has a new name: Infodemic

World Health Organization leaders take point on combatting misinformation and fear-mongering associated with the coronavirus

March 2, 2020 • EMS1 Daily News

Mom holding onto baby isn’t an acceptable transport option

If children aren’t properly restrained in the back of your ambulance, it puts everyone at risk

March 2, 2020 • EMS1 Daily News

Rapid Response: Quarantine of public safety personnel takes COVID-19 impact to new level

Public safety leaders need to discuss risk-benefit of a quarantine and continuity of operations in light of decision to quarantine personnel potentially…

March 2, 2020 • EMS1 Daily News

LODD: Paramedic killed in Ala. ambulance crash

Care Ambulance Paramedic David Mimms, 54, was killed and three others were injured in the collision

March 2, 2020 • EMS1 Daily News

Next-generation 911 spreads to local Fla. departments

One county recently purchased a system using a $100,000 state grant

March 2, 2020 • EMS1 Daily News

W.Va. House passes bill requiring AEDs at all sports games and practices after student’s death

Officials said ambulances equipped with AEDs are currently only required at some games in the state

March 2, 2020 • EMS1 Daily News

Behavioral emergency: 6 EMS success tips

Follow these methods to facilitate a safe contact with a patient experiencing hallucinations, suicidal ideations or acting violently

March 1, 2020 • EMS1 Daily News

Medic Mindset Podcast: Do you remember your first ride-along?

Three paramedics reminisce about their first EMS ride-along and offer tips for preceptors on how to care for their student-riders

March 1, 2020 • EMS1 Daily News

2 dozen first responders quarantined for coronavirus in Wash.

The firefighters and police officers are believed to have possibly come in contact with the coronavirus at Life Care Center

March 1, 2020 • EMS1 Daily News

NY town residents worry about response times after senior waits 50 minutes for ambulance

The town recently switched to an ambulance service two municipalities away and officials say response times currently average 15 to 18 minutes

March 1, 2020 • EMS1 Daily News

Wash. state sees 1st coronavirus death in US, declares emergency

More than 50 people in a nursing facility in the state have been reported feeling sick and are being tested for the…

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