In a lawsuit filed in July 2025, Jack Nastahowski, a Stamford resident, accuses Greenwich police and Emergency Medical Service personnel of causing serious health consequences after they forcibly injected him with ketamine during a May 28, 2023 incident. Nastahowski, who had been struck in the head earlier that evening and was visibly agitated, refused ambulance transport. The lawsuit [...]
The human brain is an incredible organ. It contains billions of neurons and is responsible not only for the higher functions that set us apart from all other living things, but also is responsible for maintaining all of our life sustaining functions. It weighs about 3 pounds (approximately 2% of total body weight) yet it consumes [...]
Subdural hematomas (SDHs)—particularly chronic and subacute—are a common neurosurgical challenge, especially in the elderly population. As EMS providers, we frequently encounter patients with signs and symptoms that may point toward SDH: headache, confusion, focal neurological deficits, or a history of recent falls. While our role focuses on identification and rapid transport, understanding the evolving landscape [...]
Can I Use Online Continuing Education Towards Recertification? If you're an EMS professional looking to stay certified, you might be wondering if online continuing education (CE) counts toward your recertification. The short answer? Yes. The long answer? It not only counts—but with the right provider, it can actually make your life a whole lot easier. [...]
