The fire department was contacted to retrieve the 86-year-old patient.
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Monthly Archives: August 2016
Fla. county considers privatizing EMS
Commissioners agreed to purchase an ambulance and staff it with a ninth crew, but did not come to a decision on privatizing EMS services
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La. governor declares state of emergency over flooding
A flood watch remains in effect until Sunday, while rescuers continue to search for victims or those in need. (AP Photo)
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Alligator nearly bites off Fla. woman's hand
Flight medics found her with her right hand “almost fully amputated” and losing consciousness
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6 people dead after Va. plane crash
Shocked witnesses on a train passing the crash site described the plane in flames and said it had been completely destroyed.
Source: ems1.com
'Sinister' elephant tranquilizer making rounds in Ohio, expected to close in on Western Pa.
Carfentanil is 100 times more potent than fentanyl, and requires multiple doses of Narcan to counteract.
Source: ems1.com
Flow chart: What type of credit card should you pick?
According to EMS1 data, EMTs are 1.23 times more likely than other consumers to have a credit card. Are you selecting the correct one?
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Calif. paramedic arrested for explosives charges ordered to rehab program
The man has pleaded not guilty to all charges, but was ordered to the program after missing a court appearance.
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Fla. county’s community paramedicine program would address ‘frequent flyers’
County believes dealing with its 15 “frequent flyers” one-on-one is its most cost-effective option.
Source: ems1.com
Fire official ties speed humps to responsder delays
A research report claimed each speed hump adds a 10-second delay for responders.
Source: ems1.com