The striking issue that the survey revealed is that state EMS offices are involved in functions of the EMS system of the past
Source: ems1.com
Monthly Archives: May 2017
Car collides head-on with Chicago bus; 4 killed
People in a neighborhood rushed to the scene and tried to pull victims out of the car
Source: ems1.com
NC fire, EMS departments train for active shooter response
Responders set up a triage area for casualties; each person is assessed for whether they need medical attention
Source: ems1.com
Tougher fentanyl possession penalties head to Fla. Gov.
In 2015, more than 700 people died in Florida as a result of fentanyl
Source: ems1.com
2-year-old boy dies after drowning in family pool
Officers began CPR until paramedics arrived; the incident is still under investigation
Source: ems1.com
Utah officials launch opioid abuse task force
The state ranks in the top 10 in the country for drug overdose deaths, with six state residents dying each week from opioid overdoses
Source: ems1.com
Calif. shark attack victim doing 'remarkably well'
Bystanders, including an off-duty EMT, had taken all the appropriate steps to save her life
Source: ems1.com
NTSB: 2 dead, no distress call in UPS cargo crash
Responders had to cut their way through thick brush and trees from above and below to reach the victims
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Why EMS providers need living wills
It is not easy to speak about living wills. But for every first responder, it’s a conversation worth having.
Source: ems1.com
Calif. community paramedicine project results in continued success
Officials said the project is improving patient care and reducing unnecessary ER visits
Source: ems1.com