Running an EMS agency is too often a delicate exercise in doing more with less—spreading ever-dwindling financial resources over a range of cost centers to keep the business running: staffing, facilities, supplies, vehicles, and more, while also being challenged to be more sustainable.
The recent high-profile case of Damar Hamlin brought the importance of on-field EMS response to the national consciousness. But medical emergencies at athletic events are nothing new, and EMS providers respond to critical calls involving athletes, coaches, spectators and support personnel on a daily basis.
As ambulance manufacturers endeavor to meet the higher demand for ambulances through creating more efficient workflows, EMS agencies are seeking alternative solutions in dealing with those long lead times.
According to the National Interagency Fire Center (NIFC), in 2022, 66,255 wildfires burned 7,534,403 acres, resulting in an average of 113.72 acres burned per fire.
According to the National Interagency Fire Center (NIFC), in 2022, 66,255 wildfires burned 7,534,403 acres, resulting in an average of 113.72 acres burned per fire.
As EMS practitioners, we are committed to improving patient care and outcomes in the prehospital setting. We know that a highly trained EMS service means a safer community and more positive outcomes when duty calls today and tomorrow.
More than 87% of female respondents to a recent industry survey agreed with the statement that “As a woman in a male-dominated industry, I feel that I am at a disadvantage.”
ImageTrend, LLC. has been selected by Pinellas County Safety & Emergency Services to provide integrated EMS and fire data management solutions for its 18 Fire Rescue Departments and Sunstar EMS.
ImageTrend, LLC. has been selected by Pinellas County Safety & Emergency Services to provide integrated EMS and fire data management solutions for its 18 Fire Rescue Departments and Sunstar EMS.
The consequences of violence in the field can be life-threatening, especially for emergency first responders. But addressing communication challenges and overcoming structural barriers can help us find a solution.
The consequences of violence in the field can be life-threatening, especially for emergency first responders. But addressing communication challenges and overcoming structural barriers can help us find a solution.
Santa Cruz County Emergency Medical Services has launched a new program to expand the distribution of the opioid treatment drug buprenorphine by emergency responders.
Santa Cruz County Emergency Medical Services has launched a new program to expand the distribution of the opioid treatment drug buprenorphine by emergency responders.