Federal attorneys allege the agency received more than $20 million in illegal kickbacks from a contractor that provided drivers, paramedics and EMTs
Source: ems1.com
Monthly Archives: February 2017
Program to train doctors to spot patients abusing drugs
The program offers ways for health care professionals to intervene early before substance use leads to more serious problems
Source: ems1.com
Powerful storm enters Calif., bringing risk of flooding
Using ropes and inflatable boats, firefighters rescued seven people and two dogs from the Sepulveda basin, a recreation and flood-control area
Source: ems1.com
Report: Placebo, Valium are equally effective in treating back pain in the ER
Researchers randomized 114 patients who went to the ER with new-onset lower back pain into two groups who received placebo and Valium
Source: ems1.com
Paramedic 'selfie wars' victim speaks out
Pamela Burman is one of 41 people who authorities say were photographed or videotaped by paramedics while they were unconscious or sedated
Source: ems1.com
Conn. hospital shuts down fire, EMS services
The decision was met with outcry by some, who said the closure will leave many unemployed
Source: ems1.com
Ky. EMT shoots pit bull attacking teen
EMTs were treating a 16-year-old when the dog began to charge at them; an EMT shot the dog and killed it
Source: ems1.com
Virtual reality technology used to teach MCI scene command
Israel’s national EMS organization uses virtual reality technologies to simulate MCI scenes and train any member to become a scene commander
Source: ems1.com
Working toward justice for all EMS workers
It’s time for EMS providers to advocate for their rights to equitable wages and a safer workplace
Source: ems1.com
3 ways to reduce, prevent EMS-related back pain
Pain while running EMS calls or sitting around the station is not normal and it can be treated with strength and flexibility exercises
Source: ems1.com