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The Air Force demonstration team performed a flyover passing by 18 medical facilities in the city in a tribute to front-line personnel
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The app is designed to provide first responders with expert information and allow them to screen their symptoms
Fire-Dex says the AAMI Level 3-compliant garments exceed CDC guidelines for COVID-19 response
Two firefighters, including one who tested positive for COVID-19, said the suspension was unnecessary and will impact response times
Chief Bob Roper implores the fire service to plan now for how to manage the upcoming fire season amid the pandemic
Simple steps to ensure we are prepared for what will likely be a significant wildland fire season
Valley Stream Firefighter-EMT Mike Field, 59, died from COVID-19 complications after confirmed contact with an infected patient
The U.S. Fire Administration is using the National Fire Incident Reporting System to collect data on fire department calls where COVID-19 was a factor
Stakeholders should consider these 8 data types as they consider how best to move forward during the pandemic and in a post-COVID-19 era
The proposal would shield EMS providers, healthcare workers and hospitals from civil lawsuits as they make difficult decisions during the pandemic
The new state rule creates the assumption that first responders diagnosed with or quarantined for the disease were exposed while on duty
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