Special Operations

Recognizing and treating victims of bioterrorism

At the onset of a bioterror attack, it might not be immediately apparent what's happening. But if you know the various bioagents available and their manifestations, you can protect yourself and treat your patients appropriately -- and early.

Posted Tuesday, January 27, 2009

Paramed Systems Vital Note

Keeping track of vital signs for one patient isnÌt too difficult. Keeping track of vital signs for several patients at the same incident can be quite a task. Vital Note from Paramed Systems lets you keep vital signs with each patient.

Posted Tuesday, January 20, 2009

12 Hurt as 2 Firetrucks Collide in West Village

The only thing worse than going to a mass-casualty incident (MCI) isto go to one that involves your own personnel.

Posted Thursday, December 11, 2008

12 Hurt as 2 Firetrucks Collide in West Village

The only thing worse than going to a mass-casualty incident (MCI) isto go to one that involves your own personnel.

Posted Thursday, December 11, 2008

Three Killed in Fiery Jet Crash Near San Diego

Posted Tuesday, December 9, 2008

Police Search for Ambulance Escapee in Meth Case

Posted Wednesday, November 19, 2008

A Dirty Job: Compartment syndrome in a confined-space rescue

On the evening of Sept. 24, 2008, a 9-1-1 call was received reporting " man trapped in a tank" at the Brooklyn (N.Y.) Greenpoint Wastewater Treatment Plant. Dispatch immediately sent a patrol officer, as well as BLS and ALS units, to the site.

Posted Tuesday, November 18, 2008

From the Editor: Your Other Partner

A good partner is reliable and strong -- and always has your back. However, partners often get separated. That_s why every EMS provider should have a portable ˙partner.Ó

Posted Thursday, November 13, 2008

Mystery Material Closes School

Posted Wednesday, November 12, 2008

Reports: US remains 'dangerously vulnerable'

The United States remains "dangerously vulnerable" to chemical, biological and nuclear attacks seven years after the 9/11 attacks, a forthcoming independent study concludes.

Posted Tuesday, November 4, 2008