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Mike Binney presents research at American Public Health Association conference in DC in November 2025.

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Tracking Sleep Leads to Updated Shift Start Times for Colorado Agency

01/14/2026

Carol Brzozowski

A pilot study using a fitness tracker compared crew members to administrative employees.

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01/14/2026

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New EMS White Paper

Built for the Frontline: Equipping First Responders With Reliable, Quality Ambulances

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Your Captain Speaking: When The Sirens Go Silent

01/12/2026

Dick Blanchet, BS, MBA; Samantha Greene

Sometimes a career in EMS ends abruptly through illness, injury, or burnout. Navigating the change can be difficult, but it's important to remember you are more than a patch.

Sometimes a career in EMS ends...

01/12/2026

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The Write Stuff, Part III: Your First Byline — A New Writer’s Guide

01/09/2026

Rob Lawrence, MCMI

You do not need decades of service, a command badge, or a degree in English literature to write something meaningful for the EMS profession.

You do not need decades of...

01/09/2026

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A Simple 1–10 That Isn’t Simple at All

01/07/2026

Kirstie Breneman, NRP

Pain is more than a number on a scale—It's a reflection of the patient, the situation, and the EMS provider.

Pain is more than a number on a...

01/07/2026

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Skin Color Assessment in EMS Education and Practice

01/05/2026

Skin color in patient assessment is often taught using frameworks that don't reflect the diversity of patients encountered in modern EMS practice.

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01/05/2026

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A Day in the Life of a Helicopter Flight Paramedic

01/02/2026

Kristin Carroll

Chad Augustin has served as a flight paramedic with PHI Air Medical for more than 20 years.

Chad Augustin has served as a...

01/02/2026

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Stroke Assessment: BEFAST About It

12/31/2025

Lew Steinberg, MPA, NRP

BEFAST adds a couple of additional evaluation measures for the assessment of stroke in the prehospital environment.

BEFAST adds a couple of...

12/31/2025

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Six Questions With an Aortic Health Expert on Prehospital Care of Aortic Emergencies

12/26/2025

Frances Hall, NREMT-P

An aortic dissection requires emergent surgical intervention, but diagnosing and stabilizing in the field can be tricky.

An aortic dissection requires...

12/26/2025

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Duckworth on Education: How to Debrief for Real-World Learning

12/24/2025

Rommie L. Duckworth, LP

Going beyond the plus/delta model of debriefing can help students and professionals better apply learning to the real world.

Going beyond the plus/delta...

12/24/2025

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Durham County EMS Pours Cold Water on '30,000 Hours of Overtime' Story

12/22/2025

James Careless

A local report showed North Carolina EMS employees worked 30,000+ hours of overtime; the reality is a bit different, though staffing shortages remain.

A local report showed North...

12/22/2025

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Your Captain Speaking: Digital Communication in EMS

12/19/2025

Dick Blanchet, BS, MBA; Samantha Greene

EMS has a need for better digital communication between the truck and the hospital; aviation may hold some lessons.

EMS has a need for better...

12/19/2025

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Detroit Fire Department Celebrates Graduation of First Department-Run Paramedic Class

01/09/2026

28 members completed the program, expanding advanced life support capabilities citywide in partnership with Wayne County Community College District.

28 members completed the...

01/09/2026

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Richmond Ambulance Authority Looks to Diagnose Stroke Patients More Quickly Through New Training

12/19/2025

RAA is the first EMS agency in Virginia to implement new American Heart Association stroke training.

RAA is the first EMS agency in...

12/19/2025

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St. Charles County Ambulance District Announces Line of Duty Death of Lieutenant Sarah McCarthy

12/10/2025

McCarthy was a 23-year veteran of the district, and gave the gift of organ donation upon her death.

McCarthy was a 23-year veteran...

12/10/2025

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STARS Vigilant to Respond to Real Time Alerts from Bravo Target Safety’s Mobile Treatment Centers

12/09/2025

Agreement will enhance emergency medical care provided to workers in high-risk and remote industrial environments.

Agreement will enhance emergency...

12/09/2025

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Technimount Introduces Two Bracket Solutions for ZOLL Monitor/Defibrillator

12/02/2025

Source: Technimount Quebec, QC—Technimount E.M.S. Holding Inc. (Technimount), a provider of mounting systems for medical devices, is proud to introduce the Bracket Pro Serie® 27-GR & 27-FL, two solutions to secure the new ZOLL Zenix®...

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12/02/2025

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Falck Health Institute Celebrates Grand Opening of Its Education Center

12/02/2025

The new campus features modern classrooms, simulation space, and advanced audiovisual technology designed to mirror real-world emergency environments.

The new campus features modern...

12/02/2025

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Ansell Introduces the New and Improved MICROFLEX LIFE STAR EC LSE-104, Now Skin Friendly and NFPA 1950 (1999)-2025 Certified

11/17/2025

The new nitrile gloves eliminates chemical accelerators and provides protection against bloodborne pathogens and fluid exposure.

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11/17/2025

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Susquehanna Regional EMS Wins Prestigious NAEMT Award

11/17/2025

James Careless

Susquehanna Regional EMS has won the National Association of Emergency Medical Technicians’ 2025 Dick Ferneau Career EMS Service of the Year Award.

Susquehanna Regional EMS has won...

11/17/2025

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Scripps Safe Announces Year-End Special: Rescue Series Narcotics Boxes 30% Off

11/14/2025

The Rescue Series is designed to meet the highest safety and compliance standards, ensuring secure storage and controlled access to narcotics.

The Rescue Series is designed to...

11/14/2025

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EMS Association of Colorado Names Eagle County Paramedic Services 2025 Ambulance Service of the Year; Bill Johnston Named EMS Instructor of the Year

11/14/2025

The award honors organizations that demonstrate excellence in patient care, medical control, quality assurance, public education, public access and training.

The award honors organizations...

11/14/2025

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Webinars

When Accuracy Fails: Real EMS Cases Exposing Hidden Gaps in Capnography Monitoring

Wednesday, February 11, 2026

Did you know that two cannulas can look nearly identical, yet deliver very different results for your patients? Join us for a hands-on, visual exploration of single-nare sampling line design and the clinical impact of split-flow cannulas. Through real device demonstrations and clinical ...

The 7 Pillars of Accountability: Building a Culture of Trust, Performance & Leadership in EMS

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Capnography: Measuring the Smoke of Metabolism

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Capnography provides real-time, continuous information that can assist in the early detection of respiratory distress, effectiveness of ventilation, and proper placement of advanced airway devices. Additionally, ETCO2 monitoring offers crucial insight into cardiac arrest resuscitation e...

Ambulance Chasing: Legal Hot Topics for EMS

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Over the past decade, there has been a dramatic increase in lawsuits against EMS providers and agencies. High profile cases, such as the death of Elijah McClain, bring EMS providers and prehospital medicine into the spotlight.

Airway Emergencies Unlocked: Proven Strategies for Success Under Pressure

On-Demand

In life-threatening emergencies, every second counts, and mastering airway management can make the difference between life and death. Airway Emergencies Unlocked dives deep into the critical skills and strategies needed to successfully navigate complex and high-pressure airway situation...

Podcasts

Podcasts

Live from Expo 2025: ZOLL's New Zenix Monitor Defibrillator, Part II

01/13/2026

Kristin Carroll

EMS World · Live from Expo 2025: ZOLL's New Zenix Monitor Defibrillator, Part II Listen to Part I. Mike Grzyb, Senior Director of Field Support for ZOLL’s EMS business unit joins EMS World Managing Editor Kristin Carroll live at EMS...

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01/13/2026

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Live from Expo 2025: ZOLL's New Zenix Monitor Defibrillator, Part I

01/13/2026

Kristin Carroll

EMS World · Live from Expo 2025: ZOLL's New Zenix Monitor Defibrillator, Part I Mike Grzyb, Senior Director of Field Support for ZOLL’s EMS business unit joins EMS World Managing Editor Kristin Carroll live at EMS World Expo 2025 in...

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01/13/2026

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Podcasts

EMS World and FAST 2026: Better Together

01/08/2026

EMS World · EMS World and FAST 2026: Better Together EMS World Content Director Jonathan Bassett sits down with HMP Global Senior Vice President Josh Hartman and FlightBridge ED CEO Eric Bauer to discuss FAST 2026 and EMS World Live |...

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01/08/2026

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Podcasts

Designed for Shift Work: Rethinking Higher Education for First Responders

12/22/2025

Mike McCabe

EMS World · Designed for Shift Work: Rethinking Higher Education for First Responders In this episode of the EMS World Podcast, host Mike McCabe talks with Sherry Twitty, Director of Corporate Outreach at Columbia Southern University,...

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12/22/2025

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Podcasts

From Radio Chatter to Real-Time Data: Modernizing EMS–ED Communication

12/16/2025

Mike McCabe

General Devices sponsors this podcast covering how the e-Bridge platform improves communication between field teams and the emergency department.

General Devices sponsors this...

12/16/2025

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Live From Expo 2025: NEMSACked—NEMSAC Chairs on the Future of EMS, Federal Regulation

12/02/2025

Kristin Carroll

EMS World · Live From Expo 2025: NEMSACked—NEMSAC Chairs on the Future of EMS, Federal Regulation The National EMS Advisory Council (NEMSAC) was abruptly disbanded earlier this year. Former chair Brenden Hayden, COO of Estella Health,...

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12/02/2025

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Live From Expo 2025: A Moment With First Responder Caring Award Winner, Jeremy Sonenschein

11/25/2025

Kristin Carroll

Las Vegas EMS Captain Jeremy Sonenschein is the winner of the 2025 First Responder Caring Award, sponsored by Dynarex Corporation.

Las Vegas EMS Captain Jeremy...

11/25/2025

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Live From Expo 2025: Perspectives From Indianapolis EMS Leaders

11/18/2025

Kristin Carroll

Kristin Carroll sits down with leaders from Indianapolis EMS to discuss what it took to bring EMS World Expo to the "Crossroads of America."

Kristin Carroll sits down with...

11/18/2025

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Podcasts

Equipping First Responders with Reliable, Quality Ambulances

11/04/2025

Mike McCabe

Mike McCabe sits down with David Basnak to learn more about his priorities in the areas of career development, quality improvement, staff safety and state-of-the-art equipment.

Mike McCabe sits down with David...

11/04/2025

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The Night My Ambulance Rolled Over

03/03/2025

What began as a routine patient call in 2023 reshaped Ohio paramedic Jesse Sopko’s perspective on life and duty.

What began as a routine patient...

03/03/2025

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Videos

Pediatric Video Tutorial: Shaking, Seizing and Really Rapid EEGs

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Pediatric Video Tutorial: Shaking, Seizing and Really Rapid EEGs

01/12/2026

Scott DeBoer, RN, MSN, CPEN, EMT-P

Up to 80% of really sick neuro patients with seizures are NOT visibly twitching or shaking.

Up to 80% of really sick neuro...

01/12/2026

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Pediatric Video Tutorial: Infant Neuro Exams

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Pediatric Video Tutorial: Infant Neuro Exams

12/04/2025

Scott DeBoer, RN, MSN, CPEN, CEN, CCRN, CFRN

Using live kids to demonstrate, Scott DeBoer of Pedi-Ed-Trics Emergency Medical Solutions touches on rudimentary neurological exams for little ones.

Using live kids to demonstrate,...

12/04/2025

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Pediatric Video Tutorial: Cute vs. Crashing: Feel the Feet

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Pediatric Video Tutorial: Cute vs. Crashing: Feel the Feet

11/21/2025

Scott DeBoer, RN, MSN, CPEN, CEN, CCRN, CFRN

Getting heart rate and blood pressure is great, but remember, numbers lie. Sick kids don't. When in doubt, simply feel the feet.

Getting heart rate and blood...

11/21/2025

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Part four of this four-part series rapidly reviews the crucial concept of air going in and out and blood going round and round.

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Pediatric Video Tutorial: Peds Obesity: The C's of the ABCs

11/14/2025

Scott DeBoer, RN, MSN, CPEN, CEN, CCRN, CFRN

Part four of this four-part series rapidly reviews the crucial concept of air going in and out and blood going round and round.

Part four of this four-part...

11/14/2025

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Part three of this four-part series on pediatric obesity rapidly reviews the crucial concept of better living through breathing and ventilator management.

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Pediatric Video Tutorial: Peds Obesity: Just Breathe

11/12/2025

Scott DeBoer, RN, MSN, CPEN, EMT-P

Part three of this four-part series on pediatric obesity rapidly reviews the crucial concept of better living through breathing and ventilator management.

Part three of this four-part...

11/12/2025

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Perspectives

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Your Captain Speaking: When The Sirens Go Silent

01/12/2026

Dick Blanchet, BS, MBA; Samantha Greene

Sometimes a career in EMS ends abruptly through illness, injury, or burnout. Navigating the change can be difficult, but it's important to remember you are more than a patch.

Sometimes a career in EMS ends...

01/12/2026

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The New Federalism: What it Means for EMS

12/30/2025

Daniel Gerard, MS, RN, NRP

The passage of the One Big Beautiful Bill Act could change how EMS agencies are paid; Dan Gerard explores options to maintain funding.

The passage of the One Big...

12/30/2025

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After EMS: Costumes, Kids, and Caregivers

12/11/2025

Mike Rubin

Mike Rubin reflects on uniforms over the years.

Mike Rubin reflects on uniforms...

12/11/2025

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Leadership’s Role in Building a Culture of Wellness

12/01/2025

Jason Fox, NREMT-P

Leaders set the tone for their organization, including when it comes to mental health and providers believing they can ask for help.

Leaders set the tone for their...

12/01/2025

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Life After the Sirens Stop: Redefining Worth Beyond the Badge

11/14/2025

Jason Fox, NREMT-P

Prepare today for how life after public safety will look: You are more than your badge.

Prepare today for how life after...

11/14/2025

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After EMS: Midnight Special

11/10/2025

Mike Rubin

Mike Rubin reflects on what makes EMS special among healthcare professions.

Mike Rubin reflects on what...

11/10/2025

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Two Wilted Flowers: Rescuing Emergency Medicine

11/06/2025

Gwendolen Powell MS, MDiv, BCC

A Minnesota chaplain reflects on meeting the mental health needs of first responders.

A Minnesota chaplain reflects on...

11/06/2025

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patient being treated by EMS with a defibrillator

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Cultivating Ignorance: The Liabilities of “Prehospital Care” Go Beyond Misplaced Expectations

10/28/2025

Mark Rock, NRP

EMS professionals often face criticism when they act in ways consistent with protocols, but against what the public expects; perhaps changing how we talk about EMS care can help.

EMS professionals often face...

10/28/2025

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Finding Community in the Chaos

10/09/2025

Sophie Fuller, NRP, CCP, AAS

EMS builds a kind of closeness that’s impossible to describe to those who don’t do the job.

EMS builds a kind of closeness...

10/09/2025

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After EMS: The Truth About Taxes

10/07/2025

Mike Rubin

Mike Rubin breaks down how the One Big Beautiful Bill's $6,000 increase in the standard deduction for seniors will allow some, but not all, to deduct their Social Security income.

Mike Rubin breaks down how the...

10/07/2025

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E-Books

White Papers

Built for the Frontline: Equipping First Responders With Reliable, Quality Ambulances

For EmergyCare, the largest EMS provider in Northwest Pennsylvania, success begins and ends with people. President David Basnak emphasizes that no piece of equipment can replace skilled, supported professionals.

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Hurricane Response in the Tech Age

According to the Center for Climate and Energy Solutions, over the 39-year period from 1979-2017, the number of major hurricanes has increased.

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A Life Flipped Upside Down

Just after midnight on September 26, 2023, Jesse Sopko, a paramedic with the South Central Ambulance District (SCAD) in Ashtabula County, Ohio, and a patient were in the back of SCAD’s Unit 639 when they were T-boned by a speeding

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2025 National Registry Recertification Guide

As EMS practitioners, we are committed to improving patient care and outcomes in the prehospital setting. We know that a highly trained EMS service means a safer community and more positive outcomes when duty calls today and tomorrow.