/ News, Training, Products for EMTs and Paramedics en-US Fri, 03 May 2024 13:01:09 GMT /ems-assaults/nyc-mayor-signs-ems-body-armor-self-defense-training-bill-into-law Mayor Eric Adams signed legislation requiring protection and training for FDNY EMS personnel Fri, 03 May 2024 13:01:09 GMT /ems-assaults/nyc-mayor-signs-ems-body-armor-self-defense-training-bill-into-law /explosion/1-dead-4-injured-in-n-j-business-explosion Authorities say explosion at Old Bridge sign company was the result of a chemical reaction Fri, 03 May 2024 10:00:11 GMT /explosion/1-dead-4-injured-in-n-j-business-explosion /public-relations/were-all-gonna-die-ems-directors-disregard-to-question-on-slow-response-times-surprises-tenn-officials Meigs County EMS Director Tony Finnell surprised officials when asked about response times at a public safety meeting Thu, 02 May 2024 13:39:12 GMT /public-relations/were-all-gonna-die-ems-directors-disregard-to-question-on-slow-response-times-surprises-tenn-officials /research/poll-to-stay-or-to-go-providing-care-in-your-hometown It has unique challenges and opportunities, but all things being equal, would you rather work in your hometown? Tue, 16 Apr 2024 14:57:42 GMT /research/poll-to-stay-or-to-go-providing-care-in-your-hometown /ems-assaults/nyc-mayor-signs-ems-body-armor-self-defense-training-bill-into-law Mayor Eric Adams signed legislation requiring protection and training for FDNY EMS personnel Fri, 03 May 2024 13:01:09 GMT /ems-assaults/nyc-mayor-signs-ems-body-armor-self-defense-training-bill-into-law /explosion/1-dead-4-injured-in-n-j-business-explosion Authorities say explosion at Old Bridge sign company was the result of a chemical reaction Fri, 03 May 2024 10:00:11 GMT /explosion/1-dead-4-injured-in-n-j-business-explosion /bleeding-control/learn-how-to-save-a-life-with-these-3-steps-during-acs-stop-the-bleed-program In a concise one-hour course, participants will learn three essential steps to control bleeding Thu, 02 May 2024 20:33:35 GMT /bleeding-control/learn-how-to-save-a-life-with-these-3-steps-during-acs-stop-the-bleed-program /overdose/9-dead-dozens-treated-in-unusual-spike-of-overdoses-in-texas-capital Austin-Travis County EMS Assistant Chief Steve White said at least 65 people were treated between Monday and Wednesday Thu, 02 May 2024 16:03:24 GMT /overdose/9-dead-dozens-treated-in-unusual-spike-of-overdoses-in-texas-capital /off-duty/7-simple-yet-powerful-wellness-strategies-tailored-for-first-responders Prioritize your wellbeing to pave the way for sustained healthy living Fri, 03 May 2024 13:28:19 GMT /off-duty/7-simple-yet-powerful-wellness-strategies-tailored-for-first-responders /education-and-training/medic-word-problems-calculating-drug-dosages What is your organization doing to enhance medics’ mathematical skills in the field? Fri, 03 May 2024 12:36:25 GMT /education-and-training/medic-word-problems-calculating-drug-dosages /pharmacology/goodbye-pencil-whipping-reimagining-drug-tracking-compliance A lack of accurate data tracking led LogRX CEO and Founder Clive Savacool to redefine what pharmacology accountability looks like for street-level medics Fri, 03 May 2024 12:14:39 GMT /pharmacology/goodbye-pencil-whipping-reimagining-drug-tracking-compliance /91��Ƶ-guide-to-ambulance-electrification/ The time has come for electric vehicles in EMS Wed, 24 Jan 2024 21:50:45 GMT /91��Ƶ-guide-to-ambulance-electrification/ /ems-advocacy/what-paramedics-need-to-persevere 91��Ƶ’s EMS trends state-of-the-industry survey provides targets for reducing stress, staffing challenges and leadership shortfalls Tue, 21 Nov 2023 19:49:18 GMT /ems-advocacy/what-paramedics-need-to-persevere /roundtable-reducing-the-burden-on-ems-providers Adopting programs to improve service delivery and agency culture Tue, 21 Nov 2023 15:19:19 GMT /roundtable-reducing-the-burden-on-ems-providers /pharmacology/goodbye-pencil-whipping-reimagining-drug-tracking-compliance A lack of accurate data tracking led LogRX CEO and Founder Clive Savacool to redefine what pharmacology accountability looks like for street-level medics Fri, 03 May 2024 12:14:39 GMT /pharmacology/goodbye-pencil-whipping-reimagining-drug-tracking-compliance /patient-assessment/stopping-the-bias-snowball-before-it-kills-your-patient The EMS crew was about to administer epinephrine, “only they hadn’t noticed what I had; the patient’s heart rate was 268” Tue, 30 Apr 2024 14:47:13 GMT /patient-assessment/stopping-the-bias-snowball-before-it-kills-your-patient /legal/we-are-patient-advocates-when-backing-the-blue-puts-ems-in-a-difficult-position Regardless of pushback, providers have a responsibility to put the safety of the patient above all else when on scene Fri, 26 Apr 2024 17:09:41 GMT /legal/we-are-patient-advocates-when-backing-the-blue-puts-ems-in-a-difficult-position /cardiac-monitors/say-hello-to-your-new-little-friend Steve Whitehead shares the most important number on your cardiac monitor Wed, 24 Apr 2024 15:09:43 GMT /cardiac-monitors/say-hello-to-your-new-little-friend /off-duty/building-a-strong-defense-why-neck-training-matters-for-first-responders By incorporating neck training into your daily fitness routine, you can prevent injury, reduce pain and even improve physical performance Wed, 24 Apr 2024 13:10:08 GMT /off-duty/building-a-strong-defense-why-neck-training-matters-for-first-responders /off-duty/7-simple-yet-powerful-wellness-strategies-tailored-for-first-responders Prioritize your wellbeing to pave the way for sustained healthy living Fri, 03 May 2024 13:28:19 GMT /off-duty/7-simple-yet-powerful-wellness-strategies-tailored-for-first-responders /nutrition/6-essential-kitchen-appliances-and-gadgets-for-making-healthy-meals Take charge of your 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design, learn which stability balls are the best fit for our dynamic needs Fri, 26 Apr 2024 21:18:29 GMT /off-duty/stability-balls-a-first-responders-top-picks /off-duty/best-weatherstripping-products-for-your-home Eight choices for any budget to protect your property from the elements and reduce your heating and cooling bill Fri, 26 Apr 2024 19:49:04 GMT /off-duty/best-weatherstripping-products-for-your-home /gun-safety/safeguard-your-firearm-on-the-go-gun-safes-for-povs From budget-friendly options to high-security models, find the perfect product to secure your firearm in your personal vehicle Fri, 26 Apr 2024 19:41:49 GMT /gun-safety/safeguard-your-firearm-on-the-go-gun-safes-for-povs /gun-safety/the-importance-of-gun-safes-in-the-home-for-responsible-gun-owners Discover innovative solutions for keeping your guns both secured and accessible at home Fri, 26 Apr 2024 19:10:16 GMT /gun-safety/the-importance-of-gun-safes-in-the-home-for-responsible-gun-owners /ems-software/wristband-scanning-responding-more-efficiently-to-mcis No matter the incident’s size, scanning patient wristbands keeps all responders and clinicians united Tue, 19 Mar 2024 22:07:41 GMT /ems-software/wristband-scanning-responding-more-efficiently-to-mcis /firstnet-built-with-at-t-identifies-steps-to-address-mental-health-and-wellness-in-public-safety A recently published white paper establishes a path for public safety legislative advocacy Mon, 11 Mar 2024 17:49:05 GMT /firstnet-built-with-at-t-identifies-steps-to-address-mental-health-and-wellness-in-public-safety /capnography/for-successful-capnography-choose-the-right-sampling-line Unvalidated third-party lines may lead to inaccurate results and other problems Tue, 02 Apr 2024 13:43:48 GMT /capnography/for-successful-capnography-choose-the-right-sampling-line /ems-products/mobile-data/articles/mass-casualty-incidents-10-things-you-need-to-know-to-save-lives-En0KMERImg4lJMtv/ Take control of the situation and establish command as soon as possible to start triaging and transporting patients Mon, 22 Apr 2024 21:17:09 GMT /ems-products/mobile-data/articles/mass-casualty-incidents-10-things-you-need-to-know-to-save-lives-En0KMERImg4lJMtv/ /weather/webinar-ems-in-a-changing-climate-understanding-the-impact-of-extreme-weather Prepare for the impact of extreme weather on critical infrastructure and EMS operations Wed, 17 Apr 2024 15:56:25 GMT /weather/webinar-ems-in-a-changing-climate-understanding-the-impact-of-extreme-weather /health-wellness/webinar-heartstart-a-way-to-prioritize-your-heart-health-a-vital-message-for-first-responders Addressing the hidden dangers of cardiovascular disease Fri, 12 Apr 2024 21:50:38 GMT /health-wellness/webinar-heartstart-a-way-to-prioritize-your-heart-health-a-vital-message-for-first-responders /health-wellness/webinar-inside-ems-live-eat-smart-respond-strong-nutrition-insights-for-first-responders First responder nutrition experts share how healthy snacking, making over your food environment and mindset fuel your body for both wellness and performance. Part of First Responder Wellness Week. Wed, 27 Mar 2024 23:22:47 GMT /health-wellness/webinar-inside-ems-live-eat-smart-respond-strong-nutrition-insights-for-first-responders /telemedicine/webinar-how-to-implement-a-telemedicine-strategy-in-your-agency Creating, developing and sustaining your own program, step by step Wed, 06 Mar 2024 22:38:21 GMT /telemedicine/webinar-how-to-implement-a-telemedicine-strategy-in-your-agency /ems-training/webinar-inside-ems-live-using-ems-data-to-drive-improvement Expert perspectives on improving patient outcomes Mon, 26 Feb 2024 22:35:36 GMT /ems-training/webinar-inside-ems-live-using-ems-data-to-drive-improvement /webinar-launching-the-rescue-strike-team Learn from a real-world use case of the rescue strike team and the three phases of deployment Tue, 19 Dec 2023 22:51:54 GMT /webinar-launching-the-rescue-strike-team /medical-treatment/seizure-mimics-and-misconceptions Janet Taylor shares assessment and management tips for mastering seizure thresholds, classification and treatment approaches Wed, 06 Dec 2023 17:12:51 GMT /medical-treatment/seizure-mimics-and-misconceptions /transport/5-problems-in-patient-transport-that-need-to-be-fixed-now What if scheduling and finalizing a transport could be done in 60 seconds? Mon, 04 Dec 2023 16:35:12 GMT /transport/5-problems-in-patient-transport-that-need-to-be-fixed-now /seizures/articles/on-demand-webinar-short-circuit-seizures-Dzr8vOJfHyHcWLUe/ Learn common triggers, assessment findings, and the different phases and classifications of seizures Sat, 14 Oct 2023 00:30:31 GMT /seizures/articles/on-demand-webinar-short-circuit-seizures-Dzr8vOJfHyHcWLUe/ /ems-products/communications/articles/webinar-connecting-first-responders-the-future-of-public-safety-communications-eQep6HC1HUzyf5lP/ Key findings from the Verizon Frontline Public Safety Communications survey Mon, 25 Sep 2023 21:12:43 GMT /ems-products/communications/articles/webinar-connecting-first-responders-the-future-of-public-safety-communications-eQep6HC1HUzyf5lP/ /safety/articles/on-demand-webinar-violence-prevention-the-fire-and-ems-safety-checklist-N7WsBwkhP6fD9WlQ/ A detailed look at the actions leaders can take to implement a systems-level plan to protect their members Mon, 11 Sep 2023 21:52:52 GMT /safety/articles/on-demand-webinar-violence-prevention-the-fire-and-ems-safety-checklist-N7WsBwkhP6fD9WlQ/ /ems-training/articles/on-demand-webinar-what-paramedics-want-in-2023-o8AZpABSgqfLZB9U/ Adopting programs to improve EMS service delivery and agency culture Mon, 07 Aug 2023 17:28:52 GMT /ems-training/articles/on-demand-webinar-what-paramedics-want-in-2023-o8AZpABSgqfLZB9U/