Building a Resilient EMS Workforce

To handle the stress associated with working in EMS, paramedics and EMTs benefit from good physical, mental and emotional health.The greatest asset of any EMS agency is its

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Turning Pain Into Art: Reducing the Stigma of PTSD

Daniel Sundahl’s art helps to ease the mental health challenges of first responders.“It started as a way for me to cope, process and purge some of the bad

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Be a Better Partner: Wisdom from a Dynamic Podcast Duo

Chris and Kelly know a solid partnership is built on a foundation of respect.There are many things that go into creating a successful partnership. Chris Cebollero and Kelly

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EMS in the Year 2050

What will it mean to go Beyond the Call a generation from now? EMS Agenda 2050, an initiative to unite the EMS community and develop a vision for

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First on the Scene – A Community Education Resource

First on the Scene (FOTS), developed by NAEMT and the International Association of Fire Chiefs (IAFC), provides instructors with a toolkit to teach the general public basic emergency

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EMS in State Politics: California State Assemblyman Freddie Rodriguez

Assemblyman Freddie Rodriguez’ mission is to make sure EMTs are fairly compensated and their mental and physical health is a top priority of employers.Assemblyman Freddie Rodriguez’ mission is

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Battling the Opioid Epidemic: Reducing Overdoses One Patient at a Time

The St. Charles County Ambulance District developed an opioid response program after the county experienced a shocking increase in overdoses over the past three years.The opioid epidemic has

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60 Years of Volunteer Service: At 80, EMT Still Going Strong

There is no slowing down for volunteer EMT Gerry Cross, who still wins awards for his top-notch care and dedication.At 80 years old, Gerry Cross is a top-notch

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A Perfect Fit: EMS Training for Veterans

The Clifton Park Halfmoon Emergency Corps created an EMT class dedicated solely to military veterans.The transition from military to civilian life isn’t easy. For Russell Coonradt, however, a

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How to Celebrate EMS Week

Looking for ideas on how to recognize and honor EMS providers in your own community? Here’s an overview of what to do leading up to and during EMS

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