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New panel aims to keep Pa. ambulance service afloat
An inter-municipal committee has formed and a neighboring ambulance company is helping the financially challenged Weatherly Ambulance Association operate
EMT couple recognized for dedication to helping others
Harry and Shiann Fisher are described as two dedicated EMTs with a passion for their job
Firefighters reward kid for quick-thinking in emergency, build bikes for others
Xavier, 7, received a new bike as a reward for when he called 911 and calmly reported his mother was “on the…
First responders honored for saving life of cardiac arrest patient
Eleven first responders were recognized for saving the life of Janice Gangloff, who suffered cardiac arrest and collapsed on her bedroom floor
New details emerge on delayed response in Parkland high school shooting
“Had we known the shooter wasn’t there, we probably could have flooded that building a lot faster," SWAT member George Schmidt said
Cops rescue baby from pond after dad admits to attempting to drown her
Police said Jonathon Zicarelli entered the Greenwood Police Department and told authorities that he’d killed his 6-month-old daughter by leaving her in…
Robot helps health workers train for emergencies
Hal is one of the most advanced human simulators and can replicate many human vital signs — heartbeat, blood pressure, pulse, blood…
Texas troopers honored for saving school shooting victim’s life
Texas State Troopers Brandon Walmsley and Richard Northcote were awarded the Lifesaving Award for saving a 15-year-old with life-threatening gunshot wounds
Closing Out the Year and Looking to the Future
A New Year's message from JEMS Editor-in-Chief A.J. Heightman.
Emergency Response to Shark Attacks a Big Deal in Massachusetts Seaside Town
Two shark attacks, including the nation's lone human fatality so far this year, have sparked months of debate on Cape Cod about…
Wisconsin EMS Medical Director Approves New Anti-Choking Device as Backup Option
The inventor said the design of the LifeVac was inspired by a sink plunger, and despite 'low to moderate' evidence, state EMS…
How children of first responders can benefit from counseling
Counseling provides a welcoming space for children to discuss worries and share experiences unique to being in a first responder family