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Following a devastating accident, a paramedic shares his profound journey through Maryland’s trauma care system, offering new insights into patient care and recovery
My personal journey proves the power of NFPA 1582 physicals in detecting cancer and cardiac abnormalities
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Judgment is sometimes a matter of life or death, but it is also a matter of professional credibility
The week starts with motivation, weaves through myriad activities, and concludes with a restorative weekend – and possibly some duty officer work
These stores and restaurants are saying thanks with discounts in person and online
We’re talking about those members who are constantly in conflict and make everyone around them miserable
A Gardner Lake Volunteer Fire Company firefighter described belittlement and other mistreatments; a town employee alleged sexual harassment
The Madison Fire Department said it is adapting to a “changing economic and technological landscape since the COVID-19 pandemic”
“I was young. It was my first mistake,” said Brandon Hagans, who was fired from Delray Beach Fire Rescue after failing to properly check the patient’s vital signs
“We don’t have an objective pay structure,” said Webb Smith, one of two Marietta firefighters to resign in protest
Survey respondents resoundingly recommend a career in the fire service – a vital stat amid growing recruitment challenges