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Dear EMS1 Subscriber, Posting ambulances on corners and parking lots might make some measurable improvement in response, but that time is likely insignificant to patient outcome. A report of "medics sleeping" reminds us of the unwinnable nature of posting for the people asked to do it. Every medic probably has a story of parking at a post, wide awake, busily typing a PCR, and being accosted for malingering: "What don't you have anything better to do than just sit here?" That report, along with news of a disputed delay in D.C. for an ambulance and a denied budget request for more medics in an overburdened system, remind us that the public perception of EMS is an enduring challenge. How do we meet the public's expectations and treat our personnel with dignity and respect?  — Greg Friese, EMS1 Editor-in-Chief

TOP NEWS Fla. man catches medics sleeping in ambulance 11 military members presumed dead after Fla. copter crash 2 seriously injured by angry mob at Chuck E. Cheese 2 officers shot outside Ferguson police station: Both officers taken to hospital by ambulance with injuries described as serious Witnesses: Man stabbed, waited 43 minutes for DCFEMS ambulance:Officials say it was 28 minutes, with ALS medics on scene within four 2 airlifted after ambulance, SUV collision: The driver of the SUV and a person in the ambulance were both flown to hospitals; severity of injuries is unknown Search underway for Fla. medics linked to sexual assault of a minor FDA approves new cardiac arrest device developed in Minn. Whale slams tourist boat; 1 dead, 2 injured Maine man arrested for 'nonsensical' 911 calls BASE jumper dies after parachute fails to open Ontario officials say paramedics are overworked and overstressed

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ELEMENTS OF LEADERSHIP EMS leaders must promote a workplace free of harassment By Chris Cebollero, EMS1 Columnist As an EMS chief, it's my job to create a safe workplace, as well as telling leaders in the organization what is acceptable and unacceptable workplace behavior. Harassment in the workplace  FROM THE EDITOR 6 trends, products, and issues that made EMS Today memorable By Greg Friese, EMS1 Editor-in-Chief The national EMS conference in Baltimore spotlights the opportunities for EMS to move forward and the important challenges EMS professionals face. Stop the bleeding!

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EMS1 EXCLUSIVE Trending: More EMS agencies administering TXA By EMS1 Staff Tranexamic acid has been used in trauma centers for years, and the drug is making its way into the prehospital setting. A deeper look  LEGAL GUARDIAN Paper to plastic: A perilous transition to electronic PCRs By David Givot, EMS1 Columnist Waiting to complete an electronic patient care report long after the call compromises its importance. Continuity of care

STREET SURVIVAL Situational awareness tips to increase scene safety Standing to the side of a door, recognizing where weapons may be located in homes and cars and staying alert can often save your life and the lives of others. Watch the video  NOW ON PARAMEDICTV New EMTs get intense two-week training before hitting the streets Pit crew cardiac arrest resuscitation training

Save a Child's Life with the Handtevy Pediatric System What if you could have expert pediatric support in your department at all times? Pediatric Emergency Standards will help regain the confidence your medics need to successfully treat pediatric patients on scene and provide the resources they need during pediatric emergencies.  Watch the video and get more information here Knox MedVault Drug Locker With the Knox MedVault, controlled substances are secured until authorized personnel access them with their unique PIN code. Utilizing the optional WiFi, the Knox administrator can update firmware, download the audit trail or update PIN Codes without having to physically connect to each unit.  Click here to learn more

2437 Ambulance charity fulfills wishes of terminally ill patients 1858 Honolulu EMS ambulance bus is equipped and ready 1098 How to assess a pediatric patient's mental status 1063 Ontario officials say paramedics are overworked and overstressed 919 FDA approves new cardiac arrest device developed in Minn.

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