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NJ puts out call for retired paramedics, doctors, nurses to assist during COVID-19
The state is asking EMS and healthcare professionals who are licensed but inactive to return to work during the crisis
Interactive Timeline: The COVID-19 pandemic in the U.S.
Learn how COVID-19 has impacted fire/EMS and how public safety has adjusted its response
How long can SARS-CoV2 (Coronavirus) survive on surfaces?
Here is what we know right now about viability of the virus that causes COVID-19 on surfaces
NAEMT, AAA call for Congress to include EMS in COVID-19 relief package
The organizations urged supporters to contact their representatives and ask for measures including reimbursements, tax deduction and direct funding
FEMA announces forum to crowdsource best practices for COVID-19 response
The ‘Ideascale’ space is looking for ideas related to protecting vulnerable populations and managing supplies
5 COVID-19 employment considerations for fire/EMS agencies
How fire/EMS can protect personnel physically and financially during the COVID-19 pandemic
EMS to perform at-home COVID-19 tests in Massachusetts
EMS providers across the state are being trained to administer the tests
Utilizing community paramedicine and streamlining operations during COVID-19
In this episode, Chris Cebollero speaks with Will Dunn, clinical manager of Eagle County Paramedics, who shares how his agency is handling…
Facebook donates wildfire mask stockpile for COVID-19 response
The masks were originally purchased to be worn during wildfires in California, where Facebook is headquartered
Calif. city FD opens unrestricted COVID-19 testing site
The testing site at the city fire station is open to anyone and can provide same-day or next-day results
COVID-19 FAQs for public safety partners
Use this resource on commonly asked questions about N95 masks and COVID-19 safety to educate law enforcement colleagues, friends and family
EMT jumps from stolen ambulance in Philadelphia
The EMT sustained minor injuries after jumping from the moving rig