EMS Briefing: Saturday, February 21, 2026
Saturday, February 21, 2026
Good morning and welcome to your daily briefing. Here are the top stories and developments in EMS from the last 24 hours.
An EMT in New Mexico is recovering after allegedly being stabbed in the neck by a patient during transport.
A Wisconsin man is in custody after stealing an ambulance with a patient inside, leading police on an 18-mile pursuit.
A lawsuit filed against a Virginia fire and EMS department alleges a systemic culture of sexual discrimination and harassment.
A retired firefighter/EMT provided critical aid to multiple victims immediately following a shooting at a Rhode Island hockey arena.
This article reviews strategies for navigating difficult but necessary conversations with patients and their families in the field.
A Georgia fire department has upgraded a frontline engine to an ALS unit to improve response times and clinical capabilities.
This piece explores the critical differences between provider burnout and the decision to leave the EMS profession entirely.
EMS leaders are encouraged to apply for the prestigious Jack Stout EMS Fellowship to advance their knowledge of system design.
A Kentucky bill proposing a 25-foot buffer zone around first responders at emergency scenes is advancing through the legislature.
Prosecutors allege California county officials misused public health funds intended for overdose prevention on personal expenses.
Pennsylvania lawmakers are considering measures to increase transparency regarding private donations used for purchasing emergency vehicles.