EMS News
This Week in EMS: A Recap for June 28 - July 4, 2008
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A major tragedy struck the EMS world this week when two medical helicopters collided Sunday as they approached the same hospital in northern Arizona.
Top News: Spotlight: Military EMS Personnel
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To celebrate this 4th of July, EMSResponder.com would like to recognize our country's military EMS providers.
EMS Officials Work to Restore Ryan White Legislation
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Officials hope to resuscitate a life-saving measure axed by Congress regarding illness notification for responders.
Oklahoma Medics Get Reason to Stay
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Oklahoma's largest EMS employer has launched a nearly $4 million initiative to recruit, train and retain paramedics to avoid crippling labor shortages.
Fireworks Injure 2,600 Children Each Summer
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About 9,000 people were treated in U.S. emergency rooms for injuries involving fireworks in 2007. About one-third of those injured were younger than 15.
Pet Dog Gnaws Off Disabled Illinois Woman's Toe
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The dog gnawed her right big toe completely off and part of the toe's knuckle, puncturing an artery while she was sleeping Monday afternoon.
Fireworks Tossed Near Refueling Ambulance in Ohio
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Two days after tossing lit fireworks near a refueling ambulance, an Elida man said he was sorry.
Top News: EMT Exam Rescue Launched in Alabama
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Alabama has the nation's second-lowest first time passing rate on the National Registry of Emergency Medical Technicians exam, with only about 38 percent passing it on the first try.