EMS Briefing: Thursday, October 22, 2026
Thursday, October 22, 2026
Welcome to your daily briefing from Prehospital Academy. Here are the top stories and clinical updates shaping our profession.
A major chemical explosion in Ohio prompted a large-scale evacuation due to concerns over toxic gas exposure.
Michigan has initiated a specialized air medical service dedicated to transporting injured law enforcement K-9s.
The death of a Georgia paramedic highlights the ongoing mental health crisis affecting first responders.
Officials are issuing public safety warnings about severe injury risks from viral social media fire-related stunts.
A new podcast discusses the implementation and clinical considerations of prehospital Extracorporeal Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (ECPR).
A rural ambulance service in Maine is ceasing operations due to a critical shortage of volunteer providers.
San Luis Obispo County is seeking new ambulance service providers through a Request for Proposal for the first time in 80 years.
Hawaii is offering a tuition payment program to incentivize EMS providers to commit to working in underserved rural areas.
An op-ed argues that EMS leadership must prioritize retaining experienced staff over focusing solely on new recruitment efforts.