Reflections on the 50th Anniversary of EMS Week

We interviewed Jon Krohmer, MD, a board-certified emergency and EMS physician, who has 47 years experience in EMS and public policy. He is the former director of NHTSA’s

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Helpful EMS Resources

The Power of DataEMS professionals are always trying to improve the level of care provided to patients. One key factor to enhancing EMS operations and clinical skills is

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The History and Funding of EMS

EMS has its roots in the Department of Transportation (DOT) when Congress enacted the Highway Safety Act of 1966. Through its Office of EMS (OEMS), the DOT's National

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The EMS Scope of Practice: Then and Now

How has the EMS Scope of Practice changed since the first EMS Week was celebrated 50 years ago? Let’s take a look at the past, present and future.National

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The Future of EMS: A Glimpse Into 2050

As we celebrate the 50th anniversary of EMS Week with the theme, “Honoring Our Past, Forging Our Future,” it seems a fitting time to take a glimpse into

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The 2024 STOP THE BLEED® Project Launches its 7th Year!

The STOP THE BLEED® Project’s sole purpose is to engage the public to learn about the STOP THE BLEED® campaign, one of the largest and fastest growing public

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CALM AND COLLECTED An Ohio paramedic makes history with her city’s department

 “And that’s when I realized I’m kind of made for tough situations,” said Paramedic/Firefighter Meryah Wilson when speaking of a life-changing moment.The National Registry of Emergency Medical Technicians

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Managing stress, resilience critical for mental health in EMS

by Bruce Evans, Fire Chief Upper Pine River Fire Protection District and President of the National Association of EMTsBeing in emergency medical services is rewarding. You get a

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History of EMS Week

Excerpted from EMS in the United States: Fragmented Past, Future of Opportunity by Donnie Woodyard, Jr.Since its inception in 1974, EMS Week has stood as an annual tribute to

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Honorable But Broken: New EMS Documentary Explores the Impact of EMS Funding Challenges

Movies depicting EMS typically show EMTs and paramedics rushing to the scene of emergencies, sirens blaring.  Bryony Gilbey, a former producer for ABC News and 60 Minutes, took a

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