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Teresa Mccallion
Health Care Innovation Awards Round 2 Launches with $1 Billion Initiative
Grants will be awarded to programs that emphasize results & ensure program integrity.
New NFPA 1917 Ambulance Standards Released
New NFPA 1917 ambulance standards draw both support and criticism.
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.
Experts Discuss Innovative Approaches to Intubation
Controversy continues regarding whether paramedics should practice prehospital endotracheal intubation.
Expert Offers Advice on EMS Reimbursement Changes
Peter Lawrence, a national authority on ambulance billing, predicts outcome of divisive debate.
Consider the Dangers of Shift Work
Your agency should think about creating a fatigue management plan.
Finding New Venues of Support for EMS
Nonprofits are a helpful avenue for support for EMS.
NASEMSO Survey Provides Snapshot of EMS Industry
Find out national EMS industry data, such as how many providers and ambulances there are.
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2010 Guidelines Compliant - AHA Guidelines for CPR and ECC
New resuscitation science and treatment recommendations.
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Day 4: Where in the World (of EMS) is A.J.?
A.J. explores a compact CT scanner and point-of-care-laboratory and telemedicine system... More >
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EMS Airway Clinic
Innovation & Progress
Follow in the footsteps of these inspirational leaders of EMS.
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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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Exodus of Paramedics Cause D.C. Staffing Concerns
53 have left since Kenneth Ellerbe became chief in 2011.
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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: German Boxer
Photos of the German Boxer armored ambulance on display at RETTmobil.
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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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EZ-IO® Intraosseous Infusion System Real Time Humerus Infusion
Leg access using the EZ-IO.
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VividTrac offered by Vivid Medical - EMS Today 2013
VividTrac, affordable high performance video intubation device.
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