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N.J. university medical center EMS now carrying whole blood

1 week ago | ems1.com | Bill Carey |Bill has written

HACKENSACK, N.J. — Thanks to a newly expanded blood bank license and a regulatory waiver from the New Jersey Department of Health, specially trained paramedics at Hackensack University Medical Center can now carry and administer blood transfusions at the scene or en route to the hospital. This seemingly small change is already having a lifesaving impact, like in the case of a man who suffered a traumatic abdominal injury in a table saw accident, the university stated in a press release.
Iowa paramedic charged with allegedly stealing painkillers from ambulance

1 week ago | ems1.com | Bill Carey |Bill has written

CARROLL COUNTY, Iowa — A Carroll County paramedic has been charged with felony drug fraud after allegedly stealing a liquid painkiller from an ambulance and replacing it with saline to hide the theft. Teresa Marie Johnson is accused of unlawfully obtaining a controlled substance while working as a licensed paramedic in February 2025, KCCI reported.
Calif. FF/medics have first in-field whole blood transfusion

1 week ago | ems1.com | Bill Carey |Bill has written

VENTURA COUNTY, Calif. — Ventura County Fire Department paramedics from Rescue Ambulance 50 performed the department’s first prehospital whole blood transfusion during a call in Oxnard. Rescue Ambulance 50 responded to a call on April 10 involving a male victim with a stab wound to the upper thigh that had punctured an artery. The response was a coordinated effort with Oxnard Police, Oxnard Fire and Gold Coast Ambulance, edhat Santa Barbara reported.
EMS Week 2025 theme focuses on the dedication of EMS professionals

1 week ago | ems1.com | Bill Carey |Bill has written

RIDGELAND, Miss. — The American College of Emergency Physicians (ACEP) and the National Association of Emergency Medical Technicians (NAEMT) will celebrate EMS Week from May 18–24, 2025, honoring the vital work of EMS professionals. In its 51st year, EMS Week highlights the dedication of those who protect the health and safety of their communities. This year’s theme is “We Care.
$350K grant helps N.Y. ambulance service purchase ALS 'fly car'

1 week ago | ems1.com | Bill Carey |Bill has written

LE ROY, N.Y. — A $350,000 grant from the New York State Dormitory Authority has allowed the Le Roy Ambulance Service to purchase two new emergency vehicles at no cost to the organization. As part of the upgrade, the service plans to replace its 2010 Chevy Suburban with a 2023 Ford Explorer Police Interceptor First Response Vehicle, commonly known as a “flycar,” The Daily News reported.
Okla. lawmakers consider bill cutting ambulance reimbursement rate

1 week ago | ems1.com | Bill Carey |Bill has written

OKLAHOMA CITY — A bill up for consideration could jeopardize rural EMS providers by cutting a critical source of funding, the head of the Oklahoma Ambulance Association warned. However, a state senator backing the proposal said the reduced reimbursement rates could help lower health insurance costs for residents, Oklahoma Voice reported.
Calif. FD considers having civilian EMS staff operate ambulance service

1 week ago | ems1.com | Bill Carey |Bill has written

PALO ALTO, Calif. — Since launching its ambulance service in 1974, Palo Alto firefighters have served dual roles as paramedics. Medical calls now dominate, making up 62% of the city’s 9,416 emergency calls in fiscal year 2024, up from 7,209 in 2021 to 9,212 in 2023. Fire Station 4 in Mitchell Park currently operates an ambulance without a fire engine, raising concerns among neighborhood residents.
Texas FD places first electric fire engine in service

1 week ago | firerescue1.com | Bill Carey |Bill has written

DENTON, Texas — The Denton Fire Department made history on April 11 by placing the state’s first electric fire engine in service during a traditional push-in ceremony at Station 1, fittingly nicknamed the “Powerhouse.”Department leaders explained that the Pierce Volterra electric fire engine helps address an urgent vehicle shortage while also taking a big step toward protecting firefighters from cancer-causing carcinogens, the Denton Record Chronicle reported.
Firefighters around the world replace Calif. wildfire victim's FD T-shirt collection

1 week ago | gov1.com | Bill Carey |Bill has written

MALIBU, Calif. — Firefighters and people worldwide have rallied to support a man who lost everything in the Palisades Fire. Garrett Knapp listens to his fire and police scanner daily as a reflection of his lifelong passion for firefighting. Though a learning disability kept him from pursuing a career in the field, his dedication never wavered, KABC reported. “I wanted to be a wildland firefighter since I was a kid to fight fires, but since my problems I have, it’s been difficult,” Knapp said.
2025 National EMS Weekend of Honor recognizes 29 fallen EMS workers

2 weeks ago | ems1.com | Bill Carey |Bill has written

WASHINGTON — The 2025 National EMS Weekend of Honor, scheduled for July in Arlington, Va., will honor 29 fallen EMS and air medical personnel from 14 states. The tribute is organized by the National EMS Memorial Service and the National EMS Memorial Bike Ride.