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NFPA offers free public access to standards to help manage COVID-19
The codes and standards provide organizations guidance on crisis management, PPE and infection control
7 data visualizations that explain COVID-19
Interactive maps, infection projections and your own PCR data illustrate how serious the COVID-19 pandemic is in your response area
7 data visualizations that explain COVID-19
Interactive maps, infection projections and your own PCR data illustrate how serious the COVID-19 pandemic is in your response area
Dial 211 for local COVID-19 information and resources
Many 211 centers are now working with state and local health officials to provide vital COVID-19 information to the public.
COVID-19 funding to help agencies continue to serve
Detailing grant options and the Families First Coronavirus Response Act aimed at relieving financial burdens on communities
NC man shot and killed in ambulance
The man was being treated by paramedics when he was shot multiple times
CDC updates EMS, 911 guidance for COVID-19
The CDC has updated their PPE and EPA-registered disinfectant recommendations for all first responders who anticipate close contact with possible COVID-19 cases
Agencies boost mental health efforts after battalion chief’s suicide
First responder agencies are working to improve mental health resources and training after the death of Cowlitz 2 Fire & Rescue Battalion…
NAEMT has compiled list of resources for COVID-19 response
The organization is also seeking feedback from practitioners on the ground
Councilmen campaign against ambulance levy after city switches to fire-EMS
One Uhrichsville councilman and a councilman from another city went door-to-door hoping to force the city to reconsider the switch
Minnesota EMS: ‘Reserve 911 for true emergencies’
Twin Cities-area police, paramedics and firefighters are recalibrating their response to the spread of the new coronavirus
NREMT to provide alternative testing options following closure of Pearson VUE centers
The National Registry of EMTs responds to Pearson Vue's suspension of operations due to COVID-19, assures solutions are in the works