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Fla. FD ambulance crashes into SUV, causing rollover
The rig was not responding to an emergency when it struck the SUV carrying two adults and an infant, officials said
Tests show 4% of symptom-free first responders in Conn. city have COVID-19
City leaders plan to test as many first responders as possible to prevent those without symptoms from unknowingly spreading the virus
On the front lines: ‘Anxiety on every call’
A typical shift during the pandemic highlights the uncertainty faced by first responders
Nonprofit offers free online support groups for COVID-19 responders
The Disaster Responder Assets Network will host confidential Zoom sessions led by front-line responders trained in peer support
NY county leader proposes up to 20% hazard pay for front-line workers
The request comes after Monroe County received $140 million in federal aid for COVID-19 response
Inside the NY COVID-19 surge: An EMT shares his experience on the frontlines
Our co-hosts speak with New York EMT David Konig about how his agency prepared for the pandemic and what it was like…
FDNY union: 24% of members contracted COVID-19
About 1,000 members were tested for antibodies this week as part of a pilot program to determine how many first responders may…
Pa. extends deadlines to pay back volunteer fire, EMS loans
State leaders agreed to defer payments for April, May and June to assist volunteer fire, ambulance and rescue agencies during the pandemic
Specialized summer camp provides ideal site for first responder quarantine
The camp, which normally serves children with serious illnesses, is equipped with onsite medical facilities
Mattel creates EMT, doctor, nurse action figures; sales benefit first responder fund
Proceeds from the "Play It Forward" toy collection will go toward the First Responders First initiative
Woman who allegedly kicked EMT among 44 charged with violating Minn. stay-at-home order
A violation of the order is a misdemeanor punishable by up to 90 days in jail and a maximum fine of $1,000
Quick Take: Education, data reporting key to strengthening overwhelmed public health safety net
Fire and EMS leaders gather with the Center for Firefighter Injury Research & Safety Trends to discuss the path ahead for public…