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2 St. Louis first responders caught in crossfire while treating patient
The paramedic on the scene said they had to take cover in the ambulance during an altercation between two men as they…
NC firefighter-EMT dies in vehicle crash
Midland Fire and Rescue Firefighter-EMT Leann Gray passed away from injuries incurred from a vehicle crash with a motorcycle
My lowest moment as a paramedic
I still regret a euphoric comment to my partner after lifting a morbidly obese patient
Mo. first responders stationed in Fla. ahead of Hurricane Dorian
Missouri Task Force 1 sent 52 members, including firefighters, doctors, engineers and others, to help with water rescues
Ohio EMS agency sends additional emergency crews to help during Hurricane Dorian
Spirit Medical Transport has sent four more EMS personnel and two more ambulances along with additional medical supplies
At least 25 confirmed dead in Calif. boat fire
The dive-boat Conception became fully engulfed in flames as 30 passengers on a recreational scuba diving trip slept below deck
4 tips to safely lift patients
Lifting more than 51 pounds from the floor can lead to injuries, and EMS must increase training for proper lifting techniques
Conn. EMTs honored for response to accident
EMTs John Kahyaoglu and Tyler Smith demonstrated “outstanding patient care and quick actions in applying a tourniquet” to one of the injured…
4 quick ways to improve ambulance safety
Incorporating ambulance safety measures into cultural practice can keep patients and providers safe in the event of a collision
4 quick ways to improve ambulance safety
Incorporating ambulance safety measures into cultural practice can keep patients and providers safe in the event of a collision
First responders poised to help victims of Hurricane Dorian in the Bahamas
CDEMA has an 18-person Rapid Needs Assessment Team stationed in Nassau, ready to be deployed to impacted areas as soon as the…
Ohio EMS agency heading to Fla. to assist in Hurricane Dorian relief efforts
Spirit Medical Transport has sent four EMS personnel and two ambulances, along with additional medical supplies