Scene Safety and Situational Awareness Scene safety is always the top priority on any EMS call, and this cannot be overstated when responding to a potential terrorist incident. Major incident training ingrains in us that we must “prioritize [our] own personal safety above that of the scene and survivors” ( Risks to emergency medical responders at [...]
As time passes some things get worse and some things get better. With the transition from active-duty military service to a civilian career many times service members are starting over, which as many know is a daunting task. I got off active duty in 2014 and at that time I saw no clear path to utilizing [...]
Your Path to Promotion: How Advanced Certifications Can Elevate Your EMS Career In the fast-paced world of emergency medical services (EMS), staying ahead of the curve is essential for career growth and job satisfaction. As an EMS professional, you're already well-versed in the fundamentals, but did you know that pursuing advanced certifications can significantly [...]
Healthcare providers are often seen as the epitome of wellness, the go-to experts for advice on maintaining physical and mental health. They are the ones who diagnose, treat, and guide patients through complex medical journeys, offering compassion and expertise along the way. However, in the midst of caring for others, healthcare providers frequently neglect a [...]
Most people in EMS didn’t really think about terrorism before September 11th, but because of my military experience and being sort of a history nerd, it has been a topic that I have worried about since my late teens. Terrorism by definition is any act to create fear or disrupt a society. The motivation for [...]
When it comes to working as a first responder, EMT, Paramedic, firefighter, or something else, how do you feel about your personal level of fitness? Do you feel like you are physically and mentally ready for whatever the job throws at you, or do you think there is room for improvement? I think for most [...]
Most people don’t know what they want to be or do when they grow up. Even adults are often lost, when it comes to picking a career. When you are close to finishing high school or college it becomes the number one topic, what are you going to do? Many people feel the pressure to [...]
Hang around any EMS advisory council meeting or attend a few local, State or Federal EMS symposiums and eventually you may hear some talk about the EMS Agenda 2050. So what is all the fuss about and how does it affect me now and in the future? EMS Agenda 2050 has been described as a [...]
As of 2017, it is reported that at least 75 percent of American adults are overweight, obese, or morbidly obese, so it is not surprising that more and more people are trying to lose weight. I know that we have all heard about the recently popular weight loss shots: Ozempic (Semaglutide), Mounjaro (Terzepatide), Wegovy, Zepbound, [...]
