Veteran EMT Missed a Paperwork Deadline. NY Is Forcing Him to Retake Beginner Training
Ryan O'Connor is barred from handling emergency medical calls until he repeats a beginner-style refresher course at his department's expense.
J&J COVID-19 Booster Shot Prompts Strong Response, Company Says
The company says a booster dose to its one-shot coronavirus vaccine provides a strong immune response months after people receive a first dose.
Survivors of Russian University Shooting Airlifted to Moscow
Seven survivors of a shooting at a university in central Russia that left six people dead and 28 more wounded are to be airlifted to Moscow for medical treatment.
Tim Donnelly, Played Chet Kelly, on TV’s ‘Emergency!’
Tim Donnelly, who is best known for his portrayal of Chet Kelly on "Emergency!," has died, the Los Angeles County Fire Museum announced.
Nine Ambulance Services Help Evacuate ME Hospital Patients Following Reports of Smoke
A team of firefighters, paramedics and police helped evacuate more than a dozen patients from Stephens Memorial Hospital after reports of smoke in the building.
Suspended NJ EMT Admits Recording People in Rescue Squad Bathrooms, Prosecutor Says
Douglas Gimson pleaded guilty to three counts of third-degree invasion of privacy in Superior Court of Hunterdon County, the office announced.
NY Volunteer Firefighter Accused of Disclosing Private Medical Information
A Depew man is accusing a local volunteer fire company of unlawfully allowing his confidential health care information to become public.
Pfizer Says COVID-19 Vaccine Works in Kids Ages 5 to 11
Pfizer said Monday its COVID-19 vaccine works for children ages 5 to 11 and that it will seek U.S. authorization for this age group soon.
Shooting at University in Russia Leaves Eight Dead, 28 Hurt
A gunman opened fire Monday at a university in Russia, leaving eight people dead and 28 hurt, officials said.
VA Office of EMS Uses Cloud-Based Telematics to Track Fleet
The Virginia Office of Emergency Medical Services (VOEMS) is using cloud-based telematics technology to better manage its vehicle fleet.
