Newsletters/August 24, 2026

EMS Briefing: Monday, August 24, 2026

August 24, 2026
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Prehospital Academy

Monday, August 24, 2026

Good morning and welcome to your daily briefing. Here are the key stories impacting EMS and prehospital medicine.

đź“° EMS News Recap
Phoenix honors fallen firefighter/paramedic with street dedication
EMS1

The city of Phoenix has dedicated a street to honor a firefighter/paramedic who died in the line of duty.

Man Rescued After Falling in Manhole at MA Pumping Station
JEMS

First responders successfully executed a technical rescue of a man who had fallen into a manhole at a pumping station.

đź“‹ Clinical Medicine Updates
EMCrit 432 – Members’ Airway Cases and Q&A
EMCrit

The latest EMCrit podcast reviews listener-submitted airway cases and answers key clinical questions on advanced airway management.

⚖️ Legislative Updates
Bipartisan bill would fund firefighter, EMS mental health programs
EMS1

A new bipartisan bill aims to secure federal funding for mental health support and wellness programs for first responders.