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Teresa McCallion, EMT-B
Teresa McCallion, EMT-B
is a freelance public safety writer and the editor of EMS Insider living in Bonney Lake, Wash.
content by Teresa McCallion, EMT-B
FDA Reconsiders Classification of AEDs
The FDA is considering reclassifying automated external defibrillators as Class III high-risk medical devices. Manufacturers have expressed concerns that this will increase cost and delay future technological innovations.
CMS Innovation Grant Recipients Share Secrets
Three of the grants awarded had an EMS component, and each involve a version of the community paramedic.
Healthcare Reform Seen as Unparalleled Opportunity for EMS
The landmark decision by the U.S. Supreme Court to uphold the constitutionality of the Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act (PPACA) could be a watershed moment.
Community Paramedicine Evaluation Tool Available
Community Paramedicine Evaluation Tool is now available.
Experts Discuss Innovative Approaches to Intubation
Controversy continues regarding whether paramedics should practice prehospital endotracheal intubation.
Product Connect
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Minto Fracture Kit
A compact, MOLLE-equipped pack designed for rapid field response for the treatment of most extremity fractures, dislocations and joint injuries. Fractures can be splinted in position found! Disaster preparedness and surge capacity available!
Sager Extreme Compact Bilateral Emergency Traction Splint
The Compact Sager Alternative! Treats proximal third and mid-shaft femoral fractures. Radio-lucent,universal: fits adult or child,treats unilateral or bilateral fractures. Rapid one-person assembly/application. Compact, robust, and lightweight.
SEFRS (Sager Emergency Fracture Response System)
Your complete fracture response system! Features a compact Sager Traction Splint, an Adaptor
Featured Careers & Jobs in EMS
Articles
Day 6: Where in the World (of EMS) is A.J.?
The Ambulance Leadership Forum and a Yorkshire Ambulance... More >
Videos- Arming Leadership for Safety Change
- Culture of Safety Draft Document
- Video: Factors of Risk
- Video: Integrated EMS
- Rural Example of Community Medicine
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EMS Airway Clinic
Innovation & Progress
Follow in the footsteps of these inspirational leaders of EMS.
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London: Emergency Services Called to “Serous Incident”
Officials consider killing as terror attack.
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Georgia Teen Reunited with EMT Who Saved Her 13 Years Ago
Teen reunited with EMT who helped her 13 years ago.
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Minnesota Park Landslide
One child dead, two injured and a fourth is missing during field trip tragedy.
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Day 6 in Pictures: Ambulance Leadership Forum
The Ambulance Leadership Forum in Warwickshire, England.
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Field Bridge Xpress ePCR on iPad, Android, Kindle Fire
Sneak peek of customizable run forms & more.
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VividTrac offered by Vivid Medical - EMS Today 2013
VividTrac, affordable high performance video intubation device.
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