NC official’s proposed EMS staffing change sparks controversy
February 6, 2019
The conflict arose over a proposal to use existing part-time staff funding and overtime funds to hire a full-time staff for a previously part-time ambulance
Officials: Man destroyed American flag on FDNY ambulance
February 6, 2019
Fire officials said the man was arrested after destroying a flag that was “proudly displayed” on the back of an ambulance
Ohio auditor seeks tax break for fallen first responders’ spouses
February 6, 2019
Franklin County Auditor Clarence Mingo is renewing his call to provide a property tax break to the spouses of first responders who die in the line of duty
NY EMS agency initiative works to implement ‘Stop the Bleed’ in schools
February 6, 2019
The Canandaigua Emergency Squad, led by Chief Matt Sproul, is distributing Stop the Bleed kits and providing staff with the training on how to use them
Md. fire dept. partners with hospital to launch mobile paramedic service
February 6, 2019
Baltimore City Fire Department officials hope the pilot program will reduce strains on first responders and emergency rooms
4 tips for airway management mastery
February 6, 2019
Successful airway management is the culmination of preparation, practice and technique mastery
Video: Super Bowl parade crowd helps push ambulance out of mud
February 5, 2019
A crowd of Patriots fans can be seen dislodging an ambulance that became stuck in the mud during a victory parade in Boston
Okla. siblings honored for rescuing neighbor trapped under vehicle
February 5, 2019
Air Methods flight nurse Michelle Humphrey and paramedic Mark Hopping praised Emma, 9, and Josh, 7, for keeping their cool and responding quickly when it counted
Mont. paramedic program simulates real-life crash scenes
February 5, 2019
Clinical coordinator Doug Petch works with his team to ensure each future paramedic gets training that mirrors real life as closely as possible
Family sues cruise ship operator for not airlifting onboard stroke victim
February 5, 2019
The suit claims cruise ship operators demonstrated “shocking and appalling negligence and callous disregard for human life”