EMS Briefing: Tuesday, August 18, 2026

Surgeons were required on-scene to assist with a complex extrication of a worker at a Georgia construction site.

A Texas hospital has resumed normal operations and lifted its ambulance diversion status following a prolonged IT system outage.

A shooting at a Kentucky park resulted in a mass casualty incident with one fatality and four injuries, prompting a multi-agency response.

Public safety software company First Due has been recognized on the Inc. 5000 list of fastest-growing private companies for the fifth year in a row.

Recent surveillance in Illinois has identified the presence of Powassan virus in local tick populations, posing a risk for severe neuroinvasive disease.

A study identifies a rise in invasive fungal infections from Wickerhamomyces anomalus among intravenous drug users, often linked to contaminated citric acid.

A highly resistant and transmissible fungal skin infection, Trichophyton indotineae, is spreading globally and posing a public health challenge.

An outbreak investigation of Brazilian Spotted Fever highlights transmission risks associated with capybaras and the importance of early diagnosis.

This article explores how a culture of "toxic heroism" negatively impacts EMS recruitment, retention, and provider mental health.

A behavioral health response unit in New Mexico is facing significant operational changes, including potential staffing reductions.

An Ohio city is implementing strategies to reduce non-emergency call volume to alleviate significant strain on its EMS system.

A major Detroit-area hospital is facing significant hurdles in its effort to regain its critical trauma center certification.

A New Mexico behavioral health team is expanding its 911 response capabilities by integrating paramedics and field medication administration.

The IAFF has publicly censured Maryland officials over the prosecution of a paramedic and ongoing municipal staffing disputes.

Virginia's governor has been censured by the IAFF for actions perceived as undermining collective bargaining rights for firefighters and paramedics.

An Illinois town is considering a policy to waive ambulance fees for patients evaluated but not transported from large arena events.