EMS1 Daily News

The Cascade Fire Department is developing a BLS transport program to handle rising low-acuity calls and reduce delays when private providers are tied up on higher-priority emergencies

An appeals court ordered new trials for Aurora Fire Rescue paramedics Jeremy Cooper and Peter Cichuniec, finding errors in jury instructions on criminally negligent homicide charges

This session will bring together leading public safety and communications experts to examine how FirstNet, the dedicated public safety communications network, was leveraged to support planning, operations, and response during a global-scale sporting event

A federal appeals court ruled that Bellingham’s COVID-19 vaccine mandate for city employees did not violate the Constitution

The Stow Fire Department is expanding its hiring process as retirements increase and a limited supply of certified firefighter/paramedics makes it harder to fill vacancies

New Castle County recognized paramedics, first responders, dispatchers, police officers and civilians for their roles in 32 lifesaving cardiac arrest cases

Sonoma County fire officials warn that a federal proposal to reduce Medicaid reimbursements could cost hundreds of dollars per transport and strain emergency response budgets

A state grant will allow Dorchester County EMS crews to administer whole blood to patients before they reach the hospital

The Schaumburg Fire Department says the new fee policy is aimed at reducing repeated calls for lift assists and household help

Fourteen Minster swim team members were hospitalized after a chlorine pump malfunction reportedly exposed swimmers to chemicals

Monica Mason stepped down as executive director of the Kanawha County Emergency Ambulance Authority as the agency faces fallout from a fatal incident and questions about finances

The First Responder Center for Excellence and the University of Iowa are developing free online wellness modules to help first responders build coping skills and recognize when stress becomes distress

Harlem-Roscoe Fire Protection District firefighter/paramedic John Morgan was remembered for his dedication to public service and compassionate patient care

City leaders are pushing for funding to determine when officials first knew Ground Zero air quality was dangerous and to release records tied to post-9/11 exposure risks

Union leaders say Homer Township Fire Protection District's decision could delay patient transports as call volume continues to rise

Burns Flat EMS personnel say the state’s non-essential classification hurts rural EMS staffing

In Sacramento, nearly 40% of EMS calls were classified as non-emergencies, tying up ambulances and EMS crews, delaying urgent responses

Firefighter/Paramedic Demair Lloyd, of the Prince George’s County Fire/EMS Department since 2006, suffered a medical emergency at home

Freeman Health System's new EMS Appreciation Lounge gives paramedics, EMTs and air medical crews a place to rest and refuel

Careerline Tech Center seniors practiced CPR, patient transport and other emergency scenarios at Kirk Park