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TOP NEWS Texas medics cleared to transfuse blood products, make narrow save Orlando shooting 911 calls reveal panic, frustration Over 400 NY agencies participate in EpiPen replacement program New protocol for Mo. medics: Go in as soon as scene is 'safe enough':EMTs are asked to be more aggressive in situations like mass shootings and industrial accidents Report: 9/11 first responders show early memory problems: About 800 first responders have died so far of toxins released during the destruction of the WTC Army reports survival rates improving for soldiers wounded in combat: Rates have increased partially due to enhanced medical training and techniques for military medics Ore. counties launch 911 texting service FDNY ambulance hits, kills man Ohio court: Good Samaritan law protects all who help in emergency Wash. EMT's license suspended after felony conviction Md. county trains public to administer Narcan Pizza delivery woman saves life before EMTs arrive

EMS NEWS  EMS needs planning, preparation to mitigate the effects of terrorist attacks By Art Hsieh, EMS1 Columnist A National Academy of Medicine paper describes best practices for EMS responses to active shooter, bombing and terror attacks. Prepare for the future  HEALTH & WELLNESS Are EMTs resilient enough? By Bryan Fass, EMS1 Columnist Improving resiliency through regular exercise and smart nutrition is essential to helping EMS providers cope with traumatic stress. Get moving

EMS LEGAL UPDATE 7 federal payer expectations of EMS By Page, Wolfberg & Wirth, EMS1 Columnist Here are the seven expectations all ambulance services should strive to meet when dealing with Medicare, Medicaid and other federal payers. Stay informed  EMS PIONEERS 6 questions EMS leaders must answer about buying an ePCR system By Mike Rubin, EMS1 Columnist If you’re considering ePCR for the first time or replacing a legacy system, start with these six key questions. Upgrade your agency

4,536 Texas medics cleared to transfuse blood products; make narrow save 744 Over 400 NY agencies participating in EpiPen replacement program 329 Pa. hospital gets new MedEvac chopper 188 Pit crew cardiac arrest resuscitation training 180 4 Pa. area ambulance companies join forces to deal with higher costs, EMT shortage CAREER CENTER Featured Job: Full-Time Paramedic  Decatur, Alabama $3000.00 Sign on Bonus

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