Fire-based EMS
The fire-based EMS topic deals with the range of issues facing EMTs and paramedics in the fire service.
From emotional trauma to gallows humor, Wilson reflects on his new role as a burned-out medic — and why “Code 3” is a tribute to the heart of paramedicine
Firefighter/Paramedic Scott fell ill while transporting a patient, was flown to Memorial Hermann–Texas Medical Center for surgery and later died
The former EMS chief alleges he was subjected to hostility and mistreatment because is gay
Authorities said the firefighter used a passcode from his previous fire department job to take the supplies
Almost 2 decades later, emergency radio channels used for COVID-19, terrorism scheduled to be cut
Applying the same stroke assessment to leadership capabilities can highlight areas of improvement
A variety of nonprofits are raising money to provide financial relief, needed supplies and food to first responders who were affected by and are working in the aftermath of Hurricane Laura
Toledo Firefighter-EMT DeAndre Ware performed CPR on Top Rank Coordinator Pete Susens after leaving the stage at the MGM Grand in Las Vegas
State regulators’ account in the case of a woman who was found alive at a funeral home differs from what Southfield’s fire chief said in a news conference last week
True mental toughness means not burying emotions or avoiding difficult conversations
Cresson Firefighter-EMT Diana Jones, 63, was inspired by her son, a fire captain, to pursue a second career in public safety
Walla Walla County Fire District 4 Firefighter-Paramedic Jestin Goodson was hiking with his family when he discovered a woman at the bottom of a ravine
The expansion of the Mesa Fire and Medical Department’s ambulance fleet and upcoming expiration of a contract with AMR has revived talks of a possible shift to public EMS
What EMS providers need to know about the physiology behind the Lazarus syndrome to ensure a patient is deceased before declaring death
A letter from AMR protesting the city’s plans to change ambulance services alleged a conflict of interest after AMR fired the chief’s son
Remembering the brave 10 in their final moments and reflecting on the impact of their loss
Houston’s firefighters’ union said in a statement that the incident is a sign of neglect by city officials
The state has also served letters of intent to suspend the licenses of the two firefighter-EMTs who were at the scene
Sometimes, a first responder may just want to talk to a peer who has walked in their shoes, and can provide understanding and direction
Following a fatal fire, we must remember we were there when we were most needed – and face the pain
Southfield Fire Chief Johnny Menifee said Wednesday the four providers “feel terrible” and disputed claims that first responders placed the woman in a body bag
Strike teams, search and rescue crews, aircraft and convoys of ambulances headed to the Gulf Coast area before and in the aftermath of the Category 4 storm
Tavares Fire Department Lt. Carsten Kieffer said a fellow paramedic on the boat used his belt as a tourniquet
The man’s wife filed a federal lawsuit after 11 fire department employees admitted to performing 15 “tube checks” on his body on the floor of the fire station
The firefighter’s 10-day suspension is part of a “progressive discipline” process after he was previously suspended for leaving work
Using a ‘personal 360’ can help minimize the mistakes that compromise the public’s trust in the fire service
Medics determined the woman “did not have signs of life” after performing CPR for 30 minutes
It’s vital for chiefs, company officers and firefighters alike to help members manage both immediate and cumulative trauma
Paramedic school is a commitment, so it’s important to invest time in a quality program
FDNY EMS Local 257 President Oren Barzilay said the city’s plan to eliminate hundreds of EMS positions will put lives at risk
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