How a Mo. EMS podcast is using real cases to improve patient care
July 29, 2026
The new "Patient Playback" podcast, hosted by Dr. David Tan, highlights clinical reasoning, system improvements and the realities of high-acuity calls
Neb. paramedics honored for lifesaving pediatric response
July 28, 2026
Lincoln Fire and Rescue paramedics were recognized for using the Handtevy app during a critical pediatric emergency
Circus performer shot in neck by arrow during N.Y. county fair
July 28, 2026
A circus performer was accidentally struck in the neck by an arrow during a crossbow act at the Orange County Fair
37 fallen EMS, air medical providers honored at National EMS Memorial Service
July 28, 2026
The 2026 Weekend of Honor included a 9,000-mile memorial procession, wreath-laying ceremony and tribute attended by hundreds of colleagues and families
At least 20 hospitalized after 2 days of illness at D.C. youth academy
July 28, 2026
Fifteen participants reported symptoms, one day after 19 people were hospitalized as investigators continued testing food, water, air and other possible causes
Authorities: Mich. father killed wife, 6 children before setting home on fire
July 27, 2026
Investigators say a Grand Haven Township man fatally shot his wife and six children before taking his own life and intentionally setting the family home ablaze
3 EMS providers, 17 firefighters injured in NYC 5-alarm fire
July 27, 2026
The fast-moving Queens fire spread through several century-old wood-frame homes, killing a 78-year-old woman
3 dead, 4 wounded in shooting at Seattle food festival
July 27, 2026
Gunfire erupted beneath the Space Needle during the Bite of Seattle, wounding four people, including a 2-year-old boy
3 injured in hot air balloon incident at Pa. carnival
July 27, 2026
Two riders were injured and a worker fell while trying to keep the balloon from being dragged by a gust in Richland Township
Ohio city looks to expand community paramedic program
July 27, 2026
Lakewood officials say the program has reduced repeat EMS calls while helping residents with chronic illnesses and behavioral health needs