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How first responders can boost immunity during pandemic
As we deal with COVID-19, it’s important to keep our immune systems functioning as efficiently as possible
Photo of the Week: PPE shipment arrives just in time
Cataldo Ambulance Service (Mass.) provided assurance to its community that its providers were prepared to serve during the COVID-19 pandemic
COVID-19 restrictions lead to pay cuts for Cincinnati EMS providers, doctors
The president of one EMS agency in the city said a reduction in non-emergency transports has significantly impacted revenue
The role of community paramedics during COVID-19
Our co-hosts speak with five healthcare professionals to discuss community paramedicine utilization during the global pandemic
FDNY COVID-19 cases spike to 170
FDNY Commissioner Daniel Nigro said he has “no reason to believe” the numbers won’t continue to increase
What is anosmia and is it a symptom of COVID-19?
There are many causes of anosmia that EMTs and paramedics regularly encounter
Ohio fire chief orders personnel to limit side jobs to reduce COVID-19 exposure
The order raised concerns that personnel who work part time at other public safety agencies would no longer be available to assist…
NAEMT issues call to action, demands federal COVID-19 support for EMS
The association has published an op-ed, and sent a letter to Congress and the White House urging immediate action on a list…
Starbucks offering free coffee to those on the front lines of COVID-19 pandemic
The company's charitable foundation also donated $500,000 to support first responders and healthcare workers with PPE and care packages
Families First Coronavirus Response Act: Understanding the leave provisions
The new law provides for two types of leave for employees impacted by COVID-19
IAFC details how COVID-19-driven stimulus bill impacts EMS
The stimulus bill identifies the funding streams used to reimburse fire and EMS departments for operational costs during national emergency
CDC announces PPE usage calculator tool
The tool calculates the average use rate for each type of equipment to help agencies plan for shortages