New National EMS Scope of Practice Model released
April 8, 2019
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration released the latest version of the EMS Scope of Practice Model
Report: 800 Ark. EMS professionals let licenses lapse
April 8, 2019
According to Jon Swanson, Metro EMS executive director, 800 lapsed licenses is an uptick from the average 600 the state typically sees
Seattle nightlife employees learn to administer naloxone
April 8, 2019
City of Seattle‘s nightlife business advocate and program creator Scott Plusquellec said preventative action is key
How to prepare for and react after contact with emerging opioids
April 8, 2019
Manufactured, concocted and blended opioids require EMS training, PPE and decontamination strategies
First responders express desire for motorists to heed Scott’s Law
April 8, 2019
Formally known as the Move Over Law, it requires drivers to vacate the lane closest if there are first responders, public works employees or tow-truck operators on the shoulder
First responders: Heed Scott’s Law, move over
April 8, 2019
Formally known as the Move Over Law, it requires drivers to vacate the lane closest if there are first responders, public works employees or tow-truck operators on the shoulder
NY city ambulance service shuts down over lack of funds
April 8, 2019
The Livingston County Emergency Medical Services will take over for the now-closed Avon Rotary-Lions Ambulance service
Ohio county first responders training for ‘difficult runs’
April 8, 2019
Butler County mental health professionals have started countywide crisis intervention training to help first responders handle situations involving suspects with mental illness
Ariz. high schools stocking opioid overdose reversal drug
April 8, 2019
Tucson Unified and Amphitheater Public Schools are both stocking Narcan doses in the event of an overdose
NJ city hosts 6th annual EMS skills cadet competition
April 7, 2019
Young future EMS providers have the chance to interact with professional EMS personnel and learn from realistic scenario situations