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Firefighter-EMT returns to work after lung transplant
Mike Bramhall is back on the job and studying to get his paramedic license after his lung collapsed from cystic fibrosis two…
Healthcare company to pay EMS agencies when patients not taken to hospital
Highmark's pilot "treat and release" program will reimburse ambulance companies for certain calls where patients aren't taken to hospitals
Police chief, captain on leave after allegedly putting EMT in chokehold
Fullerton Police Department Chief David Hendricks and Capt. Thomas Oliveras were at a concert when they allegedly assaulted two EMTs who were…
Police chief, captain on leave after allegedly assaulting EMTs
Fullerton Police Department Chief David Hendricks and Capt. Thomas Oliveras were at a concert when they allegedly assaulted two EMTs who were…
Over 800 Passengers Evacuated from Greek Ferry Fire
"It is a difficult situation, because we are dealing with a large vessel,"
Workers Killed in Scaffolding Collapse Near Disney World
Emergency responders say two construction workers fell to their deaths when scaffolding collapsed above the sixth floor of a hotel under construction…
DOJ-produced fentanyl safety video set to air
The video will show first responders how to protect themselves from deadly substance, react
Paramedic’s suicide highlights need for first responder support
Paramedic Robbie Curtis was an 18-year paramedic veteran who was awarded a medal for bravery and remembered for his big heart
Firefighter-paramedic honored for compassionate care
Los Angeles Fire Department firefighter-paramedic Jack Albert presented a special needs patient with a new bicycle after he was assaulted and his…
Pa. EMS agency crews to wear ballistic vests when responding to calls
The service will use the donation of nearly $15,000 to buy bulletproof vests for each of its full-time employees and additional vests…
Unique EMS training opportunity: The Center for Domestic Preparedness
Complete with a mock community and former hospital, the CDP give responders the opportunity to train on emergency and disaster response
Calif. ambulance crash prompts officials to urge drivers to pull over
A crash involving an ambulance and at least two other cars on the highway served as a reminder to drivers to be…