/ems-advocacy EMS Advocacy en-US Fri, 25 Apr 2025 13:38:00 GMT /patient-care/articles/lets-get-personal-Yrkoag1E785X7szv/ Use these assessment and care tips to connect with patients and their families Fri, 25 Apr 2025 13:38:00 GMT /patient-care/articles/lets-get-personal-Yrkoag1E785X7szv/ /ems-advocacy/operationalizing-public-safety-chaplaincy 5 practical ways to align chaplaincy with organizational culture and expectations — and why it matters Thu, 17 Apr 2025 19:22:38 GMT /ems-advocacy/operationalizing-public-safety-chaplaincy /legislation-funding/gadcs-ems-cost-data-in-2025-are-we-on-track Explore the latest Medicare Ground Ambulance Data Collection System findings and what they mean for EMS funding, reimbursement rates, and advocacy in 2025 Tue, 15 Apr 2025 23:06:55 GMT /legislation-funding/gadcs-ems-cost-data-in-2025-are-we-on-track /ems-advocacy/medevac-crew-brings-ems-awareness-to-conn-students Norwich Free Academy students got an up-close lesson on EMS from a Life Star medical helicopter crew Sun, 27 Apr 2025 12:00:00 GMT /ems-advocacy/medevac-crew-brings-ems-awareness-to-conn-students /ems-training-and-education/w-va-ems-providers-rally-to-support-technical-schools-ems-program The Monongalia County Board of Education is considering eliminating the emergency medical services program at the Monongalia County Technical Education Center Sat, 26 Apr 2025 12:00:00 GMT /ems-training-and-education/w-va-ems-providers-rally-to-support-technical-schools-ems-program /patient-care/articles/lets-get-personal-Yrkoag1E785X7szv/ Use these assessment and care tips to connect with patients and their families Fri, 25 Apr 2025 13:38:00 GMT /patient-care/articles/lets-get-personal-Yrkoag1E785X7szv/ /ems-advocacy/operationalizing-public-safety-chaplaincy 5 practical ways to align chaplaincy with organizational culture and expectations — and why it matters Thu, 17 Apr 2025 19:22:38 GMT /ems-advocacy/operationalizing-public-safety-chaplaincy /legislation-funding/gadcs-ems-cost-data-in-2025-are-we-on-track Explore the latest Medicare Ground Ambulance Data Collection System findings and what they mean for EMS funding, reimbursement rates, and advocacy in 2025 Tue, 15 Apr 2025 23:06:55 GMT /legislation-funding/gadcs-ems-cost-data-in-2025-are-we-on-track /ems-week/ems-week-2025-theme-focuses-on-the-dedication-of-ems-professionals The theme, "We Care. For Everyone," celebrates the roles and contributions of EMS providers in the communities they serve Tue, 15 Apr 2025 16:56:42 GMT /ems-week/ems-week-2025-theme-focuses-on-the-dedication-of-ems-professionals /communications-dispatch/6-tips-for-celebrating-emergency-medical-dispatchers Consider these gifts and tips for showing your appreciation during National Public Safety Telecommunicators Week Fri, 11 Apr 2025 13:10:00 GMT /communications-dispatch/6-tips-for-celebrating-emergency-medical-dispatchers /ems-products/fitness-mental-health-wellness/articles/meet-gladys-mobile-medical-responses-therapy-station-dog-8H6kT5j3Dc2tvQ9J/ MMR shares their journey to adopt a pet who provides unconditional support Wed, 09 Apr 2025 20:36:00 GMT /ems-products/fitness-mental-health-wellness/articles/meet-gladys-mobile-medical-responses-therapy-station-dog-8H6kT5j3Dc2tvQ9J/ /escaping-violent-encounters/n-y-teen-emt-advocates-for-self-defense-training-in-school-project West Falls EMT Clara Stucker's Seal of Civic Readiness project introduces a self-defense program tailored specifically to fire and EMS personnel Wed, 09 Apr 2025 14:20:04 GMT /escaping-violent-encounters/n-y-teen-emt-advocates-for-self-defense-training-in-school-project /ems-advocacy/mo-representative-presented-with-aimhis-2025-legislator-of-the-year-award Rep. Jason Smith has emerged as a leading advocate for EMS, driving key legislation to improve reimbursement models and expand access through community paramedicine initiatives Tue, 08 Apr 2025 15:44:40 GMT /ems-advocacy/mo-representative-presented-with-aimhis-2025-legislator-of-the-year-award /paramedic-chief/articles/5-practical-steps-to-prevent-medical-errors-PRKJne7C2zTAzH2E/ Ensuring crews are well rested, 100 percent focused on the patient and working together will minimize medical errors Thu, 03 Apr 2025 17:12:00 GMT /paramedic-chief/articles/5-practical-steps-to-prevent-medical-errors-PRKJne7C2zTAzH2E/ /patient-care-compassion/the-why-factor-how-customer-service-and-culture-define-ems-success At the ABC 360 Conference, Catherine Kuhlmann drove home a powerful truth: no one in EMS is exempt from the responsibility to deliver compassionate, consistent care Thu, 03 Apr 2025 15:20:09 GMT /patient-care-compassion/the-why-factor-how-customer-service-and-culture-define-ems-success /patient-care-compassion/the-human-side-of-ems-culture-compassion-and-clinical-courage Live from ABC 360, keynote speaker Catherine Kuhlmann and Doug Wolfberg join the podcast to dive into stories of resilience and responsibility Thu, 03 Apr 2025 14:53:43 GMT /patient-care-compassion/the-human-side-of-ems-culture-compassion-and-clinical-courage /ems-trend-report/youre-not-special-humility-in-leadership Leadership is about serving others, not feeding your ego Tue, 01 Apr 2025 18:25:01 GMT /ems-trend-report/youre-not-special-humility-in-leadership /ems-advocacy/calif-emt-paramedics-recognized-for-commitment-to-service A Hall Ambulance EMT and paramedics were honored as Stars of Life in Sacramento for their exceptional dedication to patient care and lifesaving efforts Sat, 22 Mar 2025 12:00:00 GMT /ems-advocacy/calif-emt-paramedics-recognized-for-commitment-to-service /ems-management/ems-excellence-driving-system-wide-performance-through-pdca A structured methodology for addressing inefficiencies, engaging stakeholders and sustaining progress Thu, 20 Mar 2025 18:28:19 GMT /ems-management/ems-excellence-driving-system-wide-performance-through-pdca /data-management/the-continued-evolution-of-data-sharing-with-hospitals Discover how seamless EMS data sharing enhances patient care and strengthens healthcare systems Wed, 19 Mar 2025 15:56:51 GMT /data-management/the-continued-evolution-of-data-sharing-with-hospitals /mental-health/minn-paramedic-honored-for-creating-mental-health-support-program Paramedic Stacy Jensen, who was diagnosed with PTSD after responding to a school shooting, created the program to provide mental health resources for first responders Wed, 19 Mar 2025 15:15:21 GMT /mental-health/minn-paramedic-honored-for-creating-mental-health-support-program /ems-products/aeds/1m-initiative-aims-to-place-500-aeds-across-ala-county Mark Russell hopes his story will inspire support for the Huntsville Hospital Foundation’s initiative, which aims to place 500 AEDs in Madison County schools, recreational facilities and sports venues Wed, 19 Mar 2025 14:07:06 GMT /ems-products/aeds/1m-initiative-aims-to-place-500-aeds-across-ala-county /cardiac-care/six-minutes-to-live-mini-documentary-spotlights-cardiac-arrest-care-crisis The Six Minutes to Live webinar will showcase a decades-long fight for better resuscitation care, followed by a panel discussion with experts on actionable life-saving steps Mon, 17 Mar 2025 16:21:10 GMT /cardiac-care/six-minutes-to-live-mini-documentary-spotlights-cardiac-arrest-care-crisis /women-in-ems/ems-world-expo-quick-take-tackling-gender-bias-in-ems Rihi Jain explores the barriers women face in EMS and provides strategies for building a more inclusive, supportive workforce Fri, 14 Mar 2025 13:27:00 GMT /women-in-ems/ems-world-expo-quick-take-tackling-gender-bias-in-ems /ems-management/iowa-county-debates-ems-future-considers-essential-service-designation Officials in Wapello County are exploring options to make EMS an essential service, requiring a voter-approved levy, as discussions continue on sustainable emergency medical solutions Fri, 14 Mar 2025 12:45:26 GMT /ems-management/iowa-county-debates-ems-future-considers-essential-service-designation /compensation-and-benefits/insider-analysis-virginia-beach-recognizes-addresses-pay-gap City leaders seek millions in funding to improve EMS wages Tue, 11 Mar 2025 23:08:10 GMT /compensation-and-benefits/insider-analysis-virginia-beach-recognizes-addresses-pay-gap /health-wellness/articles/analyzing-the-pandemics-impact-on-fire-and-ems-personnel-Lyvmf48Dhd6m0HVu/ The COVID-19 RAPID Mental Health Assessment highlights key concerns related to first responder stress, general wellbeing, and work-life balance Tue, 11 Mar 2025 18:31:00 GMT /health-wellness/articles/analyzing-the-pandemics-impact-on-fire-and-ems-personnel-Lyvmf48Dhd6m0HVu/ /coronavirus-COVID-19/five-years-later-how-covid-19-changed-ems-for-good “Time” magazine-featured paramedic Alanna Badgley reflects on the fear, fatigue and fight to get recognition and support for EMS during the pandemic and how that fight continues today Tue, 11 Mar 2025 17:38:41 GMT /coronavirus-COVID-19/five-years-later-how-covid-19-changed-ems-for-good /ems-products/books/from-the-covid-19-frontlines-6-must-read-books-by-first-responders In a moment of global uncertainty, first responders and frontline workers stepped up when humanity needed them most; these are their stories. Tue, 11 Mar 2025 15:24:15 GMT /ems-products/books/from-the-covid-19-frontlines-6-must-read-books-by-first-responders /911-and-dispatch/the-system-isnt-uber-calif-officials-say-911-abuse-rivals-calls-during-pandemic Officials in Kern County say over 40% of their calls are bogus or don't warrant a response Wed, 26 Jun 2024 13:39:07 GMT /911-and-dispatch/the-system-isnt-uber-calif-officials-say-911-abuse-rivals-calls-during-pandemic /ems-advocacy/occupational-risks-for-ems-personnel-in-the-united-states Opportunities for OSHA’s proposed Emergency Response Standard to improve EMS safety Mon, 06 Jan 2025 22:59:36 GMT /ems-advocacy/occupational-risks-for-ems-personnel-in-the-united-states /ems-advocacy/immigration-policy-adjustments-could-worsen-ems-staffing-shortages Upcoming changes to TPS and DACA programs could impact EMS professionals across the U.S. Tue, 12 Nov 2024 15:43:43 GMT /ems-advocacy/immigration-policy-adjustments-could-worsen-ems-staffing-shortages /emt-ems-paramedic-jobs-and-careers/50-years-of-transformative-leadership-the-career-of-dr-marvin-wayne From pioneering AED use, to mentoring a generation of EMS professionals, Dr. Wayne's remarkable career set new standards for EMS systems worldwide Tue, 14 Jan 2025 14:50:19 GMT /emt-ems-paramedic-jobs-and-careers/50-years-of-transformative-leadership-the-career-of-dr-marvin-wayne /ems-week/celebrating-ems-week-2024-day-6-recognition-day In the spirit of today’s theme, we express our heartfelt gratitude to the remarkable members of the EMS community who go beyond the call every shift Wed, 15 May 2024 17:07:30 GMT /ems-week/celebrating-ems-week-2024-day-6-recognition-day