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February 16, 2020 • EMS1 Daily News

Swift actions save pro hockey player after collapse at game

St. Louis Blues Defenseman Jay Bouwmeester went into cardiac arrest during a timeout and was revived by EMS personnel from both teams

February 16, 2020 • EMS1 Daily News

NY college students work as firefighters, EMTs in exchange for free firehouse lodging

The "bunk-in" program allows the students to stay in dorm-style housing at the fire department headquarters while actively volunteering

February 15, 2020 • EMS1 Daily News

Low pay driving out FDNY EMS providers, union says

One union leader said 75% of the city's EMS workforce has less than five years of experience due to high turnover

February 14, 2020 • EMS1 Daily News

Bill aimed at helping ambulance services advancing through Ky. legislature

The proposed bill would boost Medicaid reimbursements for ambulance services

February 14, 2020 • EMS1 Daily News

Pa. ambulance services worry proposed fix for surprise bills could put them out of business

Agency representatives said insurance reimbursements would not be enough to break even on operation costs

February 14, 2020 • EMS1 Daily News

Photo of the Week: Paramedic goes the extra mile for a patient — literally

Two Delaware EMS providers walked three blocks to bring a patient's perishable groceries home after a medical emergency

February 14, 2020 • EMS1 Daily News

Hospital system cuts off EMS access to drug supply system, citing diversion concerns

The policy change will no longer allow third-party EMS providers to access its automated dispensing cabinets

February 14, 2020 • EMS1 Daily News

Fatal injury response delayed by confusion over which ambulance to send

An Atlanta worker died after the emergency call was bounced between two ambulance services during a 30 minute span

February 14, 2020 • EMS1 Daily News

A succession plan for the ‘Gene Gandys of tomorrow’

In this episode, our co-hosts reflect on EMS icon Gene Gandy's legacy, and the importance of developing a succession and mentorship plan…

February 14, 2020 • EMS1 Daily News

When PTSD comes knocking

A first responder reflects after being involved in a fatal shooting

February 14, 2020 • EMS1 Daily News

Texas air ambulance service now carrying blood

The service said it is now carrying Type O-positive blood and RhoGAM in the hopes of saving more lives

February 14, 2020 • EMS1 Daily News

Fire chief: Dedicated ambulance used to transport San Antonio coronavirus patient

The San Antonio case marks the 15th confirmed case of COVID-19 in the United States

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