The impact of a government shutdown on public safety
January 15, 2019
Here's a breakdown of who is considered "essential" and "nonessential" during a federal government shutdown
Officials: Americans more likely to die from opioid overdose than in vehicle crash
January 14, 2019
The National Safety Council found that the odds of dying from an accidental opioid overdose were 1 in 96
Pa. city to address long ambulance response times
January 14, 2019
Hazleton Councilman and volunteer firefighter Tony Columbo said that while he understands there is a staffing shortage, residents can’t afford to wait in an emergency
Police: Man attacks paramedic, police after fleeing on golf cart
January 14, 2019
Officials said Parks Terry fled from police on a golf cart and locked himself inside a house, where he later attacked a paramedic who came inside
Vitamin company designs supplement line for first responders
January 14, 2019
Thin Fit Line Founder Dan McBride designed the “Heroes Pack” to help first responders take care of themselves “during those long stressful hours”
EMS provider gets prison time in fatal ambulance crash
January 14, 2019
Jeffrey Gable was sentenced to at least six months in prison for his role in a 2016 ambulance crash that killed a passenger and another driver
Driver gets prison time in fatal ambulance crash
January 14, 2019
Jeffrey Gable was sentenced to at least six months in prison for his role in a 2016 non-emergency transport ambulance crash that killed a passenger and another driver
What EMS leaders need to know about unconscious bias
January 14, 2019
Understanding your unconscious biases will make hiring decisions, disciplinary choices, relationships and clinical care more equitable
Active shooter training: Teacher TCCC
January 14, 2019
Training teachers in trauma casualty care to increase survival during active shooting incidents at schools
Kan. fire marshal gives grant funding to 70 volunteer depts.
January 14, 2019
Funds through the Kansas Firefighter Recruitment and Safety Grant Program were awarded to various volunteer/part-time fire departments across the state