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Trauma Training in Europe and the Rewards of Teaching
No chance to travel abroad this summer? Take a mental trip with Chapleau, who describes his rewarding experiences teaching PHTLS courses in Europe.
Sick 9/11 Responders Still Coming Forward
Six years after the Sept. 11 attacks, the number of first responders and workers who are ill and are seeking monitoring and treatment continues to rise, a trend that surprises the medical professionals caring for them.
Asthma Epidemic Documented Among 9/11 Responders
Recovery workers who spent significant time at Ground Zero after Sept. 11, 2001, developed asthma at a rate 12 times higher than what is normal for adults, according to statistics published yesterday in a report by the city Health Department.
Engines strain EMS services
CLINTON- Ambulance service directors across the nation are swapping horror stories about a diesel engine now in most of the country's ambulances that's causing persistent problems.
International Trauma Systems
A recent review of trauma patients seen by EMS in 11 countries shows interesting findings, including differing patient demographics.
Ambulance Accidents: When Will We Wake Up?
As drivers/operators of ambulances and fire apparatus, we have the awesome responsibility to think before we respond. When will we fully realize this and speak up about it to save our patients and ourselves?
Study: Longer Ambulance Journeys Boost Death Risk
The further seriously ill patients have to travel by ambulance to reach emergency care, the more likely they are to die, reveals research in Emergency Medicine Journal.
International Trauma Systems
A recent review of trauma patients seen by EMS in 11 countries shows interesting findings, including differing patient demographics.
Ambulance Accidents: When Will We Wake Up?
As drivers/operators of ambulances and fire apparatus, we have the awesome responsibility to think before we respond. When will we fully realize this and speak up about it to save our patients and ourselves?
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24-Hour Shifts May Endanger Patients and Employees
Austin/Travis County (Texas) EMS changed its work schedules after considering the eye-opening results of a study on its employees_ sleep/wake patterns while on duty.
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Massive Tornado Touches Down in Oklahoma
Mile-wide tornado hits Oklahoma City suburb or Moore.
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Large Tornado Rips Through Neighborhoods South of Oklahoma City
A monster tornado ripped through Oklahoma City, destroying homes and schools
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Milwaukee County EMS to Install New Heart Monitors in Ambulances
Milwaukee County invested $1.1 million to upgrade heart monitors in ambulances.
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Rettmobil 2013 Webinar
Exploring trends and innovations of our EMS neighbors and colleagues.
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Massive Tornado Strikes Oklahoma City Suburb
Neighborhoods in Moore flattened and blown apart.
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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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The AmbuBus®, Bus Stretcher Conversion Kit - EMS Today 2013
AmbuBus®, Bus Stretcher all-hazards preparedness & response tool
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VividTrac offered by Vivid Medical - EMS Today 2013
VividTrac, affordable high performance video intubation device.
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