The county has had difficulty maintaining staffing levels at the 911 center; they are short 21 employees.
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Monthly Archives: October 2016
Fla. paramedics, firefighters to receive body armor
Citing dangers faced by paramedics at the Pulse nightclub shooting, fire officials have pushed for protective gear, such as armored helmets.
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Indy EMS analyzes data to spot, share trends in public health
Two words can sum up Indianapolis EMS’ ability to spot the opioid crisis early: big data.
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Tenn. county's ambulance plan may raise fire fees
The 12 percent increase in fees would be used to purchase 12 ambulances, equipment and the hiring and training of additional staff.
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NC county used as model for EMS-hospital coordination
The county’s EMS system was used in a study as a model of success in treating patients whose heart attacks were caused by a blocked artery.
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Texas PTSD treatment center treats first responders, veterans
The center’s programs include cognitive behavioral therapy, couples therapy and K9 therapy.
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Ala. paramedic, EMT honored for act of kindness
The first responders spent their own money to buy cleaning supplies and rent a carpet cleaner to clean up the bloody aftermath of a call.
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EMS Artwork: Ditch doctors
Sometimes I just have to stop and think how crazy my job is and how much I love it.
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Why EMS providers should never tolerate being attacked
It took 10 years for one paramedic to realize being assaulted by a patient, bystander or co-worker is not part of the job.
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'Stop the Bleed' campaign trains bystanders to help save lives
TV show “Code Black” promoted the initiative in a new PSA that aired during an episode this week. (YouTube Photo)
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