Major Incidents
EDs in the Midwest and South Activate Disaster Plans
After these types of mass casualty events, it's important to analyze what worked well.
Santa Barbara County Providers Assist in Dramatic Extrication
Firefighters, paramedics work to extricate victims from bridge collision.
MONOC Program Brings Physicians to EMS Calls
Physicians will only assist for cases involving complicated extrications or other trauma.
Dayglow Incident Sheds Light on Growing EMS Problems of Dance Parties
Learn the top three reasons EMS is called to rave parties, and the best treatments for each.
Tenn. EMS Providers Manage 55-Car Crash
Four multicar crashes create pileup for EMS providers.
Va. MCI Relies on Mutual Aid
A bus carrying 57 passengers crashed in Virginia.
EMS Disaster Preparedness for Natural Gas Explosions
When EMS providers encounter a natural gas explosion, they should be ready to perform multiple functions on the scene.
Ohio Power Outage Creates Unique MCI
Fifteen patients need ventilators and EMS assistance after a power outage.
Volume I: Beyond Ground Zero
A decision as simple as turning left vs. right saved some providers' lives.
Dump Truck & City Bus Collide in Memphis
Reasons for the crash remain unknown.
Product Connect
Power-PRO XT (Model 6500)
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Power-PRO™ XT
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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.
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Articles
Day 4: Where in the World (of EMS) is A.J.?
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Videos- Culture of Safety Draft Document
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EMS Airway Clinic
Innovation & Progress
Follow in the footsteps of these inspirational leaders of EMS.
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Rettmobil 2013 Webinar
Exploring trends and innovations of our EMS neighbors and colleagues.
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60 Hospitalized After Connecticut Commuter Trains Collide
Five people have critical injuries in derailment outside of Fairfield.
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EMT Student, Pediatrician Save Hit & Run Victim in New Jersey
EMT student helped accident victim while awaiting emergency responders.
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Georgia Teen Seeks EMT Who Helped Save Her 13 Years Ago
Teen wants to thank hero EMT after 13 years.
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Connecticut Commuter Trains Collide
Five people have critical injuries in derailment outside of Fairfield.
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Photos from RETTmobil: Ambulances on the Show Floor
A.J. Heightman takes you on a tour of the RETTmobil show floor.
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Photos from RETTMobil: German Boxer
Photos of the German Boxer armored ambulance on display at RETTmobil.
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The AmbuBus®, Bus Stretcher Conversion Kit - EMS Today 2013
AmbuBus®, Bus Stretcher all-hazards preparedness & response tool
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Field Bridge Xpress ePCR on iPad, Android, Kindle Fire
Sneak peek of customizable run forms & more.
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