San Diego approves mental health program for first responders
September 18, 2019
The program, named after CAL FIRE Capt. Ryan Mitchell, will connect first responders with a mental health specialist via a website, phone or app
Philadelphia fire department reporting practices impacts response times
September 18, 2019
Fire Commissioner Adam Thiel's efforts to align how fire and EMS responses are measured includes "pot of meat" fires, dispatch time
Training Day: How EMTs should be using capnography
September 18, 2019
Application of an EtCO2 sampling device and waveform monitoring, especially during bag-valve mask ventilation, is well within the capability of EMTs
Texas FF union: Beto’s debate comment on shooting response unfair to first responders
September 18, 2019
O'Rourke's campaign said the candidate shared the story not to criticize the first responders, but to criticize the weapons used in the killing
Diagnosing and treating COPD in the prehospital setting
September 18, 2019
Distinguishing between COPD and comorbidities, and scaling treatment and pharmacology to disease progression
‘Jersey Shore’ reality star sues city and former EMS supervisor
September 18, 2019
Reality star Angelina Pivarnick, turned EMT for the state of New York, filed a lawsuit against city and her former EMS supervisor for alleged sexual harassment
Paramedic educator, fitness advocate Bryan Fass dies
September 17, 2019
Fass leaves a legacy of contributions to EMS health and fitness, safety and readiness
Ectopic pregnancies: What medics should know
September 17, 2019
A female standing in line at a store begins to feel a little weak and tired. In a few moments, she began sweating, her vision dimmed, and the next thing…
Why your EMS agency needs near-miss reporting
September 17, 2019
Near-miss reporting can help build a culture of safety in your agency and improve the EMS profession as a whole
Powerful moments: The rollercoaster of life in EMS
September 17, 2019
Making connections with the patients you treat and transport can allow you to feel the magic