The Australian man was bitten in “pretty much the same spot” about five months ago.
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Monthly Archives: September 2016
NC paramedics to begin performing blood transfusions
The agency is the first in the state to administer the transfusions. (AP Photo)
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Calif. council considers grant to hire 12 paramedics
The $1 million grant to train and hire fire department paramedics won’t take effect unless the council approves it.
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Narcan being made available free to Ky. schools
Before schools can be stocked with Narcan, staff must undergo training on how to administer it.
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Woman thanks off-duty EMT, nurse for saving her life
The EMT and school nurse were able to save the woman after she fell ill and lost control of her car, striking the front corner of the school.
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Fla. teen charged with fatally stabbing older brother
The boy stabbed his 19-year-old brother in the neck with a butcher knife after they got into an argument.
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Medical helicopter crashes near Okla. hospital
The helicopter landed upright when it crashed; the crew walked away with minor injuries.
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Pa. paramedic sentenced for stealing painkillers from work
The paramedic stole morphine and fentanyl from syringes and replaced the missing drugs with saline.
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Inside EMS Podcast: Is EMS a career field or a stepping stone for you?
Our co-hosts are joined by EMS veteran Ray Barishansky, who shares his experiences, career and influences.
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FDA approves 'artificial pancreas' to manage diabetes
The new MiniMed 670G consists of a drug pump, a sensor that measures blood sugar and a tube that delivers the insulin.
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