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The Future of Autonomous EMS Delivery Systems

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Murphy JD, MS, PA-C, EFO 5 min read Share To: Shutterstock/Fineart1 Emergency medical services (EMS) are essential in delivering timely care during medical crises. As technology evolves, EMS systems are undergoing a transformative shift toward automation.

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Just Culture in EMS

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Emergency medical services(EMS) has historically been a punitive system, resulting in people being unforthcoming about issues or concealing minor infractions in hopes of evading discipline. The current fear-based environment results in underreporting in EMS, which can lead to negative patient outcomes.

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Charlotte (NC) Finalizes Contract to Reduce Fire Department Responses to EMS Calls

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The deal calls for the agency, known as MEDIC , to increase the number of EMTs, paramedics and ambulances in the field to improve medical and fire response. Mecklenburg County provided for 50 new EMT positions and 10 ambulances in its 2025-26 fiscal year budget.

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How Memphis Fire Department Cracked the Code on Recruitment and Retention

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Stephen shared data to expose the disconnect between passing those initial hurdles and surviving on the job—nearly half of recruits without EMS experience hired through written exams dropped out during their first year because they couldn’t complete EMT school or failed to display necessary attitudes like integrity and punctuality.

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Severe Hemorrhage Technology Developed by Military Researchers

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” This shelf stability and high concentration make it an attractive option for EMS providers, especially in scenarios where transport times exceed the “golden hour.” You don’t have to worry about refrigeration, it’s shelf stable, and you could keep it in the truck for sure.”

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Women’s Health Challenges in EMS and Fire Service Culture

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Drawing from Stacee’s extensive study revealing widespread reproductive health struggles , silent miscarriages, and the cultural stigma around pregnancy in male-dominated emergency services, the conversation uncovers a deep-seated culture of silence and blame. Key Takeaways 1.

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Communicating with Pediatric Patients in Crisis

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What is your level of training for handling a child in a behavioral health crisis? While EMS training does a good job of ensuring most pediatric calls come second nature, little is focused on how to take care of a pediatric patient who is experiencing a behavioral health crisis.

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