US asking states to speed vaccine, not hold back 2nd dose

Releasing more doses of the vaccine will expand the pool of recipients and increase the number of places where the shots can be distributed

UN: COVID-19 Herd Immunity Unlikely in 2021

The World Health Organization’s chief scientist warned herd immunity is highly unlikely this year. The post UN: COVID-19 Herd Immunity Unlikely in 2021 appeared...

Should I Get a COVID-19 Vaccine If I’ve Had the Virus?

Regardless of previous infection, the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention says people should plan on getting vaccinated when it's their turn. The po...

NC county plans to have EMS crews transport some patients to urgent care, not ED

Haywood County emergency management officials are working with area hospitals to get patients the right level of care amidst an influx of COVID-19 case

The Child in Status Epilepticus Dilemma

The article discusses a case of a child in status epilepticus where the mother refuses the administration of diazepam. The post The Child in Status Epilepticus...

Identifying an Acute Coronary Syndrome: Part 1

Part 1 of 2: Here’s a refresher on how we as EMS providers can play a role in saving lives. The post Identifying an Acute Coronary Syndrome: Part 1 appeared fir...

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