5 ways first responders can focus on mental health during the COVID-19 pandemic
April 21, 2020
Tips to ensure first responders stay not only physically healthy but also mentally prepared to navigate these stressful times
Facebook map tracks those reporting virus symptoms by county
April 21, 2020
The interactive map includes data from a survey of more than 1 million Facebook users
Gov. Cuomo calls for 50% hazard pay for frontline workers
April 21, 2020
New York Gov. Andrew Cuomo urged the federal government to implement hazard pay for first responders, hospital workers and others deemed essential
Data shows stroke, heart attack, MVC calls have decreased during pandemic
April 21, 2020
The chief medical officer of data company ESO said stroke and heart attack patients may be transporting themselves or not seeking treatment
What changes in EMS will persist after the national emergency is over?
April 20, 2020
Funding a system of readiness through telehealth, treatment and alternative destination reimbursement for EMS
How can I help? Donate blood
April 20, 2020
If members of your community are looking for ways to help during the COVID-19 pandemic, direct them to these blood donation FAQs
Man taken into custody after Houston ambulance crash
April 20, 2020
Police are conducting a DWI investigation after a pickup truck struck the side of an ambulance responding to a call
Calif. city FD no longer running ambulances due to staff shortage
April 20, 2020
Fire department officials said the decision was made due to long-term retention issues in combination with the ongoing COVID-19 crisis
Page, Wolfberg & Wirth shares musical tribute to EMS providers
April 20, 2020
The law firm shared a video of co-founder Doug Wolfberg performing lyrics inspired by the work of EMS and healthcare personnel in the COVID-19 pandemic
Toxic management: How a rotten culture can infect all levels of EMS
April 20, 2020
Beleaguered EMTs can use self-reflection and distance to escape bad partners or agencies