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The Future of Autonomous EMS Delivery Systems

JEMS

These unmanned aerial vehicles can rapidly deliver automated external defibrillators (AEDs), naloxone, epinephrine, and other critical supplies to the scene of an emergency, often faster than traditional ambulances. Technological Advancements in Autonomous EMS One of the most significant developments in autonomous EMS is using drones.

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SAEM Clinical Images Series: Xylazine Wounds

ALiEM

Necrotizing fasciitis Case Question: Will naloxone reverse a xylazine overdose? Thus, Narcan is reasonable to administer in the setting of a suspected overdose since the patients presentation can be due to combined use. However, fentanyl is the most common drug combined with xylazine.

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No, I Say

Peter Canning

“We need a lot more naloxone than ever before. The research I have based on over 20,000 EMS run forms shows naloxone has remained effective over the years. Naloxone works against opioids if it is given in time. When someone gets 20 milligrams, I ask what form was the naloxone in and how long was there in between doses?

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Toxin-Induced Hypotension Treatment Tips

ACEP Now

Acute toxic ingestions are a common reason for presentation to the emergency department (ED) and clinical scenarios range from benign accidental ingestions to large overdoses resulting in hemodynamic instability. For example, tricyclic antidepressant overdose can lead to sodium channel blockade, which can cause QRS widening.

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Preventative Care Strategies for Healthier Communities

ESO

In 2023, EMS clinicians responded to 236,000 calls for suspected opioid overdoses, representing nearly 2% of all EMS calls nationwide. The 2024 ESO EMS Index reveals that 82% of patients with suspected opioid overdoses received naloxone, a medication that can reverse opioid effects. Gender disparities were also found.

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Mobile Integrated Health Significantly Reduces Opioid-Related Deaths

JEMS

One ambulance district’s Mobile Integrated Health (MIH) Division has recently made a big impact in reducing opioid-related overdose deaths in their community by increasing harm-reduction products and therapies. 1 Lincoln County Ambulance District responded to 166 opioid overdose calls in 2022 and 107 opioid overdose calls in 2023.

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International Prehospital Medicine Institute Literature Review, July 2025

JEMS

The median time between emergency call and thoracotomy was 22 (17-29) minutes. The underlying cause of the TCA was cardiac tamponade in 105 patients (18%), exsanguination in 418 patients (70%), or a combination of both in 72 patients (12%). for all other causes). The duration of TCA was also associated with survival (16% for 10 minutes).

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