EMS Briefing: Thursday, September 3, 2026
Thursday, September 3, 2026
Good morning and welcome to your daily briefing. Here are the top stories and research impacting EMS professionals today.
An FDNY commissioner reflects on the unprecedented challenges and scale of the EMS response during the September 11th attacks.
The Richmond Ambulance Authority has observed a significant decrease in overdose-related calls, suggesting a positive trend in the ongoing opioid crisis.
A multi-vehicle crash in Connecticut prompted a mass casualty incident response to manage and transport multiple patients.
A new study examines the risks and policy implications of administering RhD-positive blood to female patients of childbearing potential in prehospital hemorrhagic shock.
Research indicates that signs of life observed after ROSC cannot be used to predict outcomes during the pre-ROSC phase of cardiac arrest resuscitation.
A Delphi study has identified key research priorities for improving prehospital care and outcomes for geriatric patients.
Nevada's REMSA Health is addressing local paramedic shortages by actively recruiting qualified medics from Australia.
Indiana has implemented a new policy to cease routine ambulance diversions, aiming to improve patient flow despite crowded emergency departments.
A guide for EMS agencies outlines best practices for managing grant funds effectively to ensure compliance and avoid repayment.
The FDNY is advocating to add uterine cancer to the list of illnesses covered by the World Trade Center Health Program for 9/11 responders.