/community-awareness Community Awareness en-US Wed, 30 Jul 2025 16:15:46 GMT /artificial-intelligence/how-ai-is-helping-responders-shift-from-reactive-to-proactive-disaster-planning Florida EMs are using AI-powered alerts to deliver real-time, geo-targeted emergency information across all platforms during the 2025 storm season. Wed, 30 Jul 2025 16:15:46 GMT /artificial-intelligence/how-ai-is-helping-responders-shift-from-reactive-to-proactive-disaster-planning /paramedic-chief/from-data-to-action-how-ems-leaders-are-closing-the-equity-gap Learn evidence-based strategies from a yearlong EMS learning community focused on improving equity through data, diverse hiring, and community engagement. Mon, 28 Jul 2025 16:15:46 GMT /paramedic-chief/from-data-to-action-how-ems-leaders-are-closing-the-equity-gap /ems-management/when-silence-kills-why-ems-needs-active-bystandership-now Discover how active bystandership training empowers EMS professionals to prevent mistakes, reduce burnout, and build a safer care culture. Real-world examples and expert insights inside. Wed, 23 Jul 2025 16:31:11 GMT /ems-management/when-silence-kills-why-ems-needs-active-bystandership-now /artificial-intelligence/how-ai-is-helping-responders-shift-from-reactive-to-proactive-disaster-planning Florida EMs are using AI-powered alerts to deliver real-time, geo-targeted emergency information across all platforms during the 2025 storm season. Wed, 30 Jul 2025 16:15:46 GMT /artificial-intelligence/how-ai-is-helping-responders-shift-from-reactive-to-proactive-disaster-planning /paramedic-chief/from-data-to-action-how-ems-leaders-are-closing-the-equity-gap Learn evidence-based strategies from a yearlong EMS learning community focused on improving equity through data, diverse hiring, and community engagement. Mon, 28 Jul 2025 16:15:46 GMT /paramedic-chief/from-data-to-action-how-ems-leaders-are-closing-the-equity-gap /ems-management/when-silence-kills-why-ems-needs-active-bystandership-now Discover how active bystandership training empowers EMS professionals to prevent mistakes, reduce burnout, and build a safer care culture. Real-world examples and expert insights inside. Wed, 23 Jul 2025 16:31:11 GMT /ems-management/when-silence-kills-why-ems-needs-active-bystandership-now /ems-advocacy/2005-2025-ems-in-critical-condition Discover how 20 years of compounding challenges — from hospital closures to burnout — have left EMS and healthcare in crisis, and what leaders say must change now. Thu, 17 Jul 2025 18:09:29 GMT /ems-advocacy/2005-2025-ems-in-critical-condition /whole-blood/cleveland-ems-launches-whole-blood-program The on-scene blood transfusion initiative is the first of its kind among major cities in Ohio Tue, 15 Jul 2025 15:01:38 GMT /whole-blood/cleveland-ems-launches-whole-blood-program /community-paramedicine/from-sirens-to-solutions-guiding-paramedics-to-a-patient-centered-mindset Learn how paramedics are shifting from emergency response to patient-centered care. Discover key strategies to train, support and redefine success in modern EMS roles. Mon, 14 Jul 2025 18:43:47 GMT /community-paramedicine/from-sirens-to-solutions-guiding-paramedics-to-a-patient-centered-mindset /off-duty/glad-to-do-it-first-responder-childrens-book-series-aims-to-build-trust-in-public-servants James Burd Brewster's "Glad to do it series!" shows children real stories from real first responders Wed, 02 Jul 2025 21:40:01 GMT /off-duty/glad-to-do-it-first-responder-childrens-book-series-aims-to-build-trust-in-public-servants /community-awareness/articles/how-to-create-an-amazon-wish-list-for-your-ems-agency-cABPFUDXHUMy3N0Y/ Share your wish list with your community via social channels; you may be surprised at the generosity of your fellow citizens! Wed, 18 Jun 2025 18:16:00 GMT /community-awareness/articles/how-to-create-an-amazon-wish-list-for-your-ems-agency-cABPFUDXHUMy3N0Y/ /recruitment-and-retention/attract-engage-retain-recruitment-as-a-strategic-advantage-in-public-safety Explore proven public safety recruitment tips, from branding and outreach to retention techniques that build long-term staffing success. Wed, 11 Jun 2025 15:18:49 GMT /recruitment-and-retention/attract-engage-retain-recruitment-as-a-strategic-advantage-in-public-safety /hurricane/articles/7-must-do-steps-for-hurricane-disaster-preparation-recovery-7Iuz0OFJm03r6Hrs/ From gathering necessities to understanding the hazards once the winds have ceased, these seven steps will ensure your community is prepared for a major storm Mon, 02 Jun 2025 17:00:00 GMT /hurricane/articles/7-must-do-steps-for-hurricane-disaster-preparation-recovery-7Iuz0OFJm03r6Hrs/ /ems-management/articles/7-ways-to-recognize-your-ems-agencys-top-performers-SEKAVjR6kbIGxIF9/ The best feedback is timely, relevant, specific and actionable Fri, 23 May 2025 15:10:00 GMT /ems-management/articles/7-ways-to-recognize-your-ems-agencys-top-performers-SEKAVjR6kbIGxIF9/ /cardiac-care/articles/cpr-shuffle-the-life-saving-playlist-you-need-hl3vty9x5q4HeCpk/ This curated list of songs maintains the perfect tempo to guide your CPR compressions, ensuring you're prepared to act swiftly and effectively in emergencies Thu, 22 May 2025 22:01:00 GMT /cardiac-care/articles/cpr-shuffle-the-life-saving-playlist-you-need-hl3vty9x5q4HeCpk/ /bleeding-control/what-is-stop-the-bleed Bleeding control saves lives — here’s how Stop the Bleed training fits into your emergency response protocol Tue, 20 May 2025 16:34:00 GMT /bleeding-control/what-is-stop-the-bleed /community-awareness/articles/how-to-respond-to-a-drowning-incident-NbCxg030XIl313Le/ Learn how to prevent drowning with expert tips from the CDC, Red Cross, and local fire departments. Protect children and adults with water safety best practices, CPR, and more. Mon, 19 May 2025 19:28:00 GMT /community-awareness/articles/how-to-respond-to-a-drowning-incident-NbCxg030XIl313Le/ /ems-week/articles/30-ways-to-celebrate-ems-week-PWdrYyiokXCU6flM/ Inspiring ways to recognize providers’ contributions, educate the community and recruit the next generation Mon, 19 May 2025 19:22:00 GMT /ems-week/articles/30-ways-to-celebrate-ems-week-PWdrYyiokXCU6flM/ /ems-week/ems-leaders-mark-national-ems-week-2025-with-call-for-recognition-unity The International Association of EMS Chiefs calls for national recognition of EMS professionals’ life-saving work and leadership in public safety Mon, 19 May 2025 17:35:47 GMT /ems-week/ems-leaders-mark-national-ems-week-2025-with-call-for-recognition-unity /ems-week/ems-for-children-day-spotlights-pediatric-care-during-ems-week-2025 The federal EMSC Program continues its mission to enhance emergency services for children nationwide through training, support and recognition Mon, 19 May 2025 16:09:16 GMT /ems-week/ems-for-children-day-spotlights-pediatric-care-during-ems-week-2025 /ems-week/ems-week-2024-3-ways-to-celebrate This year's EMS Week theme is "We care. For everyone." How is your agency honoring your service? Mon, 19 May 2025 14:37:00 GMT /ems-week/ems-week-2024-3-ways-to-celebrate /patient-safety/rethinking-ems-balancing-innovation-and-patient-safety Join Mike Taigman, Chris Carlson and Daniel Brown to explore how data-driven decisions, BLS units, telehealth and nurse advice lines can reshape emergency services — without risking lives Mon, 12 May 2025 16:05:50 GMT /patient-safety/rethinking-ems-balancing-innovation-and-patient-safety /community-awareness/mich-city-revamps-homeless-outreach-program-with-24-hour-medical-focus The Grand Rapids Fire Department will staff the Homeless Outreach Team, which aims to cut repeat 911 calls and provide targeted care for residents with chronic health needs Tue, 06 May 2025 16:05:43 GMT /community-awareness/mich-city-revamps-homeless-outreach-program-with-24-hour-medical-focus /bleeding-control/stop-the-bleed-turns-10-a-decade-of-turning-bystanders-into-lifesavers The global campaign trains civilians in tourniquet use, wound packing and more — skills that can mean the difference between life and death before first responders arrive Sun, 04 May 2025 16:00:00 GMT /bleeding-control/stop-the-bleed-turns-10-a-decade-of-turning-bystanders-into-lifesavers /EMS-grants/ebook-how-to-fund-community-paramedicine A guide to securing grants, building partnerships and sustaining MIH-CP programs Thu, 24 Apr 2025 13:45:06 GMT /EMS-grants/ebook-how-to-fund-community-paramedicine /dispatchers/videos/role-of-telecommunicators-in-public-safety-Xi6mxYAESmtSsiUU/ In this video, risk management expert Gordon Graham discusses the vital role telecommunicators play in maximizing public safety in their community Fri, 11 Apr 2025 12:53:00 GMT /dispatchers/videos/role-of-telecommunicators-in-public-safety-Xi6mxYAESmtSsiUU/ /patient-care-compassion/the-why-factor-how-customer-service-and-culture-define-ems-success At the ABC 360 Conference, Catherine Kuhlmann drove home a powerful truth: no one in EMS is exempt from the responsibility to deliver compassionate, consistent care Thu, 03 Apr 2025 15:20:09 GMT /patient-care-compassion/the-why-factor-how-customer-service-and-culture-define-ems-success /ems-products/consulting-management-and-legal-services/articles/duty-to-act-assess-treat-and-transport-a-legal-refresher-for-ems-providers-ioTzu8rfkGeu7BhH/ Make no mistake, every EMS provider in every state has a duty to act by performing a full and complete assessment on every living patient Mon, 31 Mar 2025 14:57:00 GMT /ems-products/consulting-management-and-legal-services/articles/duty-to-act-assess-treat-and-transport-a-legal-refresher-for-ems-providers-ioTzu8rfkGeu7BhH/ /public-health/dust-and-sandstorms-how-these-weather-events-impact-public-health Learn the difference between dust storms and sandstorms, the effect on the human body, and how to protect your health during a storm Fri, 14 Mar 2025 22:09:34 GMT /public-health/dust-and-sandstorms-how-these-weather-events-impact-public-health /obituary/s-c-county-mourns-loss-of-dedicated-ems-captain Laurens County EMS Captain Andy Heiney was known for his professionalism, courage and selflessness Tue, 07 May 2024 10:00:35 GMT /obituary/s-c-county-mourns-loss-of-dedicated-ems-captain /911-and-dispatch/the-system-isnt-uber-calif-officials-say-911-abuse-rivals-calls-during-pandemic Officials in Kern County say over 40% of their calls are bogus or don't warrant a response Wed, 26 Jun 2024 13:39:07 GMT /911-and-dispatch/the-system-isnt-uber-calif-officials-say-911-abuse-rivals-calls-during-pandemic /ems-management/when-silence-kills-why-ems-needs-active-bystandership-now Discover how active bystandership training empowers EMS professionals to prevent mistakes, reduce burnout, and build a safer care culture. Real-world examples and expert insights inside. Wed, 23 Jul 2025 16:31:11 GMT /ems-management/when-silence-kills-why-ems-needs-active-bystandership-now /public-relations/536-pound-wash-man-questions-why-fd-cant-take-him-to-doctors-appointments A debate forms over what is an emergency for a Longview man and first responders Sun, 05 May 2024 12:00:00 GMT /public-relations/536-pound-wash-man-questions-why-fd-cant-take-him-to-doctors-appointments /community-awareness/first-responders-get-festive-halloween-highlights-from-police-fire-and-ems-departments From spooky safety tips to fun costume posts, law enforcement, fire and EMS departments nationwide are sharing the Halloween spirit through photos and videos Thu, 31 Oct 2024 14:58:22 GMT /community-awareness/first-responders-get-festive-halloween-highlights-from-police-fire-and-ems-departments