Latest EMS News
Texas EMT Recalls Final Moments with Fallen Classmates
The fertilizer plant exploded as Chupik was getting ready to respond.
Defibtech Lifeline™ AUTO AED Cleared for Sale, Bringing Revolutionary, Easy-to-Use Technology to U.S. Fully Automatic AED Market
Designed to provide a shock automatically when a heart arrhythmia is detected, the Defibtech Lifeline™ AUTO fully automatic external defibrillator (AED) has been cleared for sale in the U.S. market by the Food and Drug Administration. AEDs are designed to revive victims of sudden cardiac arrest, which strikes about 380,000 Americans each year and is the leading cause of death in the U.S.
Cleared for Sale in U.S., Defibtech Lifeline™ PRO and ECG AEDs Feature Revolutionary Color LCD Video Display and 3-Lead ECG Monitoring Capability
Jan. 23, 2013 – Featuring a revolutionary color LCD video display and 3-lead ECG monitoring capability, the Defibtech Lifeline™ PRO and Lifeline ECG automated external defibrillators (AEDs) have been cleared for sale in the U.S. market by the Food and Drug Administration.
At Least 35 Injured in Czech Building Explosion
Gas explosion shakes downtown Prague.
15 Injured in Fatal Boston Fire
People reportedly jumped to escape the Allston blaze.
Man Stabs Four People Inside New Mexico Church
Injured persons listed in stable condition.
Texas Governor Disgusted Over Explosion Cartoon
California editor said artist was making a statement on Perry’s disregard for worker safety.
9/11 Plane’s Landing Gear Found in New York Alley
Medical examiner will decide to sift surrounding soil and check for human remains.
South Carolina Woman Arrested for 9-1-1 Abuse
Dorchester County woman said she didn’t have a car and called medics to get around.
High-tech Manikin Helps Train EMTs
The Connecticut Health and Educational Facilities Authority recently awarded the University of New Haven a $75,000 grant to purchase a manikin and a video recording system to tape and review training sessions.
Product Connect
Power-PRO XT (Model 6500)
Stryker Power-PRO is a hydraulically powered ambulance cot with industry-leading ergonomics. Foot end controls activate powered lifting and lower function for capacities up to 700 lbs. Operator safety and patient comfort are significantly improved.
Power-PRO™ XT
Power-PRO XT powered ambulance cot dramatically reduces strenuous lifting and the associated risk of back injury.
Stair-PRO (Model 6252)
Stair-PRO is scientifically proven to reduce the risk of operator injury. The operator position, adjustability of handles, angle of the track and the built-in descent control made Stair-PRO the safest chair in its product category.

























