VA patient Robin Harrison said she waited two hours with debilitating stomach cramps before calling 911
Source: ems1.com
Monthly Archives: March 2018
Ambulance windshield shattered by metal ‘snowball’
The crew was on its way to a call when the ambulance was struck with a steel ball disguised with snow, leaving the crew covered in glass
Source: ems1.com
Study: Opioids may not be more effective than other medication
The study suggested that opioids might not treat chronic pain, such as hip or knee arthritis conditions, any better than non-opioid medication
Source: ems1.com
Uber drivers share frustration with hospital trips
With an increasing amount of people using Uber as an ambulance to get to the ER, Uber drivers stress that they are not trained to handle emergencies
Source: ems1.com
Hospital studies result in expanded stroke treatment window
Two national studies increased the treatment window from six hours to 24, a potential life-saver for people who have strokes during sleep
Source: ems1.com
Code Green Campaign president conducts study on effects of storytelling
The study will help to better understand the effects sharing one’s traumatic experiences via writing has on the mental health of first responders
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Colo. city puts AMR on the line for slow response times
Last year, the company paid more than $300,000 in penalties for more than 4,200 instances in which crews failed to meet their required time
Source: ems1.com
Veteran paramedic, cancer survivor advocates for responder health
Susan Farren is on a mission to teach responders how to be healthy by coaching through First Responder Resiliency Inc.
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EMS provider pulls neighbor from burning truck on way home
Gretna Rescue Squad 1st Lt. Pernice White jumped into action after seeing her neighbor’s truck on fire while driving home
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Tenn. bill may require EMS providers to reveal criminal history sooner
The bill would require EMS providers who are applying for or renewing their licenses to notify the board of felonies or misdemeanors within 10 days of the occurrence
Source: ems1.com