For many EMS providers, the job isn’t just a job—it’s an identity. We don’t simply work in EMS; we live it. The pager tones, the adrenaline, the teamwork, and even the tough calls become part of who we are. That’s why the idea of retirement can feel strange, even unsettling, especially when your not ready to [...]
Common Question – Are DistanceCME Courses CAPCE-Accredited? If you’re an EMS professional searching for continuing education options, one question that comes up often is: Are DistanceCME Courses CAPCE-accredited? It’s a smart question and a critical one, especially if you’re relying on these courses to fulfill your state or National Registry recertification requirements. Let’s clear up [...]
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 [...]
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 [...]
In the realm of emergency medical services (EMS), there exists a group of unsung heroes who navigate the thin line between life and death on a daily basis - paramedics and Emergency Medical Technicians (EMTs). Their job is not just a profession; it's a calling, a commitment to serving their communities in times of crisis. [...]
What do you do when your family is not supportive of your EMS work schedule? We work long hours, never knowing for sure what time we will get off. We work holidays, birthdays, and many other important days and nights. We can’t just call in sick or demand to get off work on time, just because [...]
On January 2, 2023 like many of you, I was watching the Buffalo Bills vs. Cincinnati Bengals play on Monday Night Football (MNF). At 1755 hrs. PST Damar Hamlin made what seemed to be a routine tackle on Bengals wide receiver Tee Higgins. After the tackle Hamlin immediately stood up, but then fell to the ground [...]
EMS World recently posted a poll regarding first responders and post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD). The question asks if a first responder is suffering from PTSD, are they ‘built” for the job? You can access the poll by following this link to answer and view the results, EMS World - PTSD Poll. As per the Substance Abuse [...]
Ice Fishing Gone Wrong A group of fishermen 200 strong had to be rescued on Monday, Nov. 28, ’22 in northern Minnesota. The fishermen become trapped on the Upper Red Lake when a very large chunk of ice broke away from shore. By the time the Beltrami County Sheriff’s Department and the local first responders [...]
