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UB researchers to study EMS nutrition habits
The study will recruit day- and night-shift professionals and examine the on- and off-duty eating habits of EMS providers
Fla. fire chief retires, requests probe of EMS billing company
The city of Apopka has also filed a lawsuit against National EMS Billing alleging fraud, breach of contract and unjust enrichment
EMTs, ED staff shock Ohio man’s heart 34 times
Dr. Gregory Stefano credited the Hiram EMS crew for playing a large role in saving the life of Frank Briggs
Paramedics Sounding the Alarm About Stolen Street Signs in Alabama
Officials say the missing signs can mean the difference of life and death.
NHTSA Office of EMS Marks International Overdose Awareness Day with New Resources
Naloxone evidence-based guideline, other opioid-related material available to support local and state efforts to reduce overdose deaths across the country.
Jury Convicts Ex-Ambulance Treasurer of Theft, Insurance Fraud
Squad treasurer and operations supervisor in Pennsylvania guilty of stealing more than $100k from the squad and conspiring to commit insurance fraud.
Storm Dorian Closing in on Puerto Rico Near Hurricane Force
U.S. territory facing its first major test of emergency preparedness since the 2017 devastation of Hurricane Maria.
OxyContin Maker, Government Attorneys In Settlement Talks
A report by NBC News said the privately held company has offered to settle for $10 billion to $12 billion.
Seven things you should know about your resuscitation training provider
Getting quality resuscitation training is essential, especially when you can help save another life
Indy 500 medical pros star in documentary “Rapid Response”
The documentary dives into the fast-paced motorsports industry, telling the story of medical and safety professionals who refuse to accept the mortality…
Ohio city fire department launches paramedicine program
The Akron Fire Department is launching a paramedicine program to offer free, in-home consultations to help residents and reduce non-emergency calls
Ohio firefighters create peer support program
The Fire Peer Support Initiative provides an upstream approach to a holistic lifestyle aimed at reducing the negative effects the job has…