Red Cross declares national blood crisis as supplies hit summer low
August 2, 2026
Blood donations have fallen to a four-year summer low, forcing the Red Cross to limit type O distributions as hospitals face rising trauma-season demand
Okla. hospitals seek funding to strengthen rural EMS, healthcare
August 1, 2026
State grants and new funding opportunities aim to bolster rural hospitals, expand ambulance services and improve access to emergency care
9 N.J. counties exceed state's recommended EMS response times
August 1, 2026
New state data shows EMS response times topped the 15-minute benchmark in nearly half of New Jersey's counties
FirstNet, Built with AT&T Launches First-Ever 5G Standalone Core Dedicated to Public Safety
July 31, 2026
The latest innovation in the FirstNet network, the nationwide network core is designed specifically for public safety’s unique needs
Photo of the Week: National EMS Memorial Service
July 31, 2026
Pittsburgh EMS joined agencies nationwide in Arlington to honor fallen EMS providers
'More than just a fire scene': Mich. fire chief recounts discovering slain family inside burning home
July 31, 2026
Grand Haven Township Fire Chief Shawn Schrader said his crews shifted from rescue and fire suppression to preserving a crime scene
Mich. FD uses grant to fund tuition for 131 future EMTs, paramedics
July 31, 2026
A $328,000 state grant will cover tuition for 131 Oakland Community College EMS students as West Bloomfield works to strengthen workforce
'Tis but a flesh wound': Mont. hiker impaled by trekking pole hikes 10 miles to avoid medevac bill
July 30, 2026
A Montana nurse impaled by his trekking pole skipped a helicopter rescue and hiked 10 miles off Granite Peak before doctors removed the pole at a hospital
Colo. firefighter/patamedic critically injured in 50-foot fall during training
July 30, 2026
West Metro firefighter and technical rescue instructor was critically injured after falling during a high-angle rescue training exercise
Trump plans White House honor for lifeguard who rescued boy from rough surf
July 30, 2026
A California lifeguard battled powerful waves to save a boy swept into the ocean, prompting praise from President Donald Trump