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Extrication Is Medicine: Rethinking Time, Movement, and the Patient Experience
Dr. Tim Nutbeam discusses evolving extrication practices in emergency medicine, emphasizing patient-centered care and evidence-based approaches to improve outcomes during rescues.
4 min read
Pittsburgh Hospitals Pledge $45 Million to Upgrade City’s Aging Ambulance, Fire Truck Fleet
Pittsburgh Mayor Corey O’Connor announced a $45 million donation from UPMC and Highmark Health for new ambulances and fire trucks.
4 min read
Ambulance Catches Fire in Colorado Springs (CO)
Colorado Springs firefighters extinguished an ambulance that caught fire while responding to a medical emergency.
1 min read
Fifteen Transported to Dallas Hospitals After Dart Bus Accident
A DART bus accident on Harry Hines Boulevard sent 15 people to Dallas hospitals after a metal plate shifted, exposing a hole in the road, according to Dallas Fire-Rescue.
1 min read
Air Medical Advocacy, Safety, and Workforce
Jana Williams, president and CEO of the Association of Air Medical Services, discusses air medical transport’s evolving role and priorities, including Medicare reimbursement and workforce initiatives.
1 min read
Caffeine on Duty: Countermeasure or Cultural Crutch?
A survey of 3,225 EMS professionals reveals that 57.8% view caffeine as necessary for shifts, with nearly one-third exceeding FDA limits, raising health and safety concerns.
10 min read
Fire-Based EMS Is Responding to Too Many Calls With Red Lights and Sirens
Emergency medical services agencies are responding with lights and sirens to many non-life-threatening 911 calls, increasing risks and costs. In 2023, 198 people died in collisions involving emergency vehicles.
14 min read
Setting the Standard: Leadership, Culture, and Success in EMS
EMS relies on teamwork and continuous education for success, enhancing patient care and clinician well-being through clear communication and mutual support.
7 min read
How Perception Gaps Limit Innovation in Prehospital Medicine
Prehospital medicine is evolving, with paramedics now using advanced techniques like ultrasound. Medical directors face challenges in adapting oversight to modern practices.
6 min read
Ground EMS Blood Transfusion Programs Surpass 400 Agencies Nationwide
The Prehospital Blood Transfusion Coalition celebrates over 400 911 ground emergency medical services nationwide carrying blood products to address severe bleeding.
3 min read
Rethinking Extrication
Dr. Tim Nutbeam, a consultant in Plymouth, UK, outlines evidence from the EXIT research program that should change vehicle entrapment management practices.
1 min read
Heat-Related Deaths Major Concern During OK Summers
Oklahoma recorded the eighth-highest heat-related deaths in the U.S. from 2022 to 2025, totaling 41.2 deaths.
4 min read
Anguished Parents. Doctors in Tears. UT’s Long Measles Outbreak Takes a Toll
Health officials in Utah say a growing measles outbreak fueled by declining vaccination rates has forced them to abandon containment efforts and focus on mitigating the spread of the disease.
20 min read
CO Wildland Medics Prepare for Deployment With Fire Crews
Wildland paramedics and EMTs in Colorado are training to support fire crews in remote areas during wildfire season, providing immediate medical care for firefighters.
1 min read
MA Boy, 9, Seriously Injured After Falling From Third-Story Window of Home
A 9-year-old boy was airlifted to a Boston-area hospital after falling from a third-story window in Hanson, according to police.
Former IL Medic Charged with Killing Patient Sentenced to Probation
Peter Cadigan was sentenced to 24 months of probation for the 2022 death of Earl Moore Jr. He pleaded guilty to involuntary manslaughter and must complete community service.
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Upcoming
Jul 17
Critical Care: Not Just Transfers
This class will review common education and technology within the transfer environment and its utilization in 911.
Virtual
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Pediatric Prehospital Care: It’s Not Always Child’s Play
Watch now! | Serious prehospital emergencies in infants and children are relatively uncommon compared to adults, and they often present with subtle signs that must be recognized in order to prevent deterioration.
Virtual
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Medical Considerations for Technical Rescue
Watch now! | This class focuses on kinematics of trauma, rescue techniques, treatment priorities, and special considerations to achieve the best possible patient outcomes.
Virtual
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We Treat Adults This Way…Why Not Kids?
Watch now | This session is designed for EMS providers, educators, and medical directors seeking a practical and clinically grounded understanding of pediatric CPAP in prehospital care.
