EMS Briefing: Thursday, April 30, 2026

California is experiencing a significant increase in e-bike-related trauma, posing new challenges for emergency responders.

Marquette University has established Wisconsin's only student-operated EMS unit to serve its campus community.

Following a collision with an ambulance, a moose was processed and its meat distributed to Minnesota first responders.

Prehospital rapid stabilization is credited with the survival of an Ohio man who suffered an atlanto-occipital dislocation.

A measles outbreak in South Carolina that affected nearly 1,000 individuals has officially been declared over by health officials.

New research from South Korea analyzes pertussis transmission intervals to improve the efficiency of public health interventions during outbreaks.

A Tennessee county's EMS agency is facing financial strain as revenue collections continue to fall short of budgeted projections.

An Alabama county is redirecting opioid settlement funds to directly support EMS operations after terminating previous contracts.

The city of Mobile, Alabama, has implemented expanded data reporting requirements for all ambulance services operating within its jurisdiction.

Chester City, Pennsylvania, has secured its emergency medical services by finalizing a new five-year contract with a provider.

Officials in Bellingham, Washington, have approved a $1,000 fine for licensed care facilities that utilize 911 for non-emergency lift assists.