FEMA officials say 121 Ohio public safety agencies and organizations have sent approximately 400 people to train at the facility in question
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Monthly Archives: December 2016
Researchers nearing possible antidote for carbon monoxide
Using an altered version of a protein found in the brain called neuroglobin, researchers were able to reverse the effects of a lethal dose of carbon monoxide in mice
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Researchers: Nearly 400 drug addicts helped in police effort
As part of the program, officers personally reach out to treatment centers on behalf of addicts and arrange their transportation to the facilities
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Off-duty Minn. paramedic honored for saving lives
Paramedic Mark Weidberg was driving home from work when he saw a vehicle had veered into a ditch
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Paramedic Chief Digital: How new designs promise to improve patient and provider safety
This issue explores efforts to improve ambulance safety, shining a light both on technological advances and ways to improve driver behavior
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Love is the greatest gift
In the final moments of her life, Rose received love and compassion from the nursing home staff entrusted to be present with her
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Parents sue deputies, EMT in son's death after struggle
The lawsuit alleges the EMT and deputies used excessive force and failed to follow law enforcement and EMS guidelines that are meant to prevent in-custody deaths
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Ky. 911 center to hire more staff after response time criticized
Following a call that killed 23 horses, the call center has decided to hire more employees
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31 dead, dozens hurt after explosion rips fireworks market outside Mexico City
The Mexican Red Cross said it sent 10 ambulances with 50 paramedics to the market, where emergency crews attended to victims
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E-cigarette case study points to hidden dangers for children
Even after regaining consciousness, a 6-year-old girl who swallowed liquid nicotine had altered mental status, dropped heart rate and developed vomiting
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