Newsletters/July 7, 2026

EMS Briefing: Tuesday, July 7, 2026

July 7, 2026
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Prehospital Academy

Tuesday, July 7, 2026

Good morning and welcome to your daily briefing. Here are the top stories shaping the world of EMS.

📰 EMS News Recap
LODD: N.C. paramedic killed in ambulance crash
EMS1

A North Carolina paramedic has died in the line of duty following a single-vehicle ambulance crash.

When our compassion fails: Revisiting the death of Earl Moore
EMS1

This editorial revisits the case of Earl Moore, highlighting critical lessons in patient advocacy and provider ethics.

Families of EMS Heroes to Gather for the National EMS Weekend of Honor
JEMS

The upcoming National EMS Weekend of Honor will bring together families to commemorate fallen EMS providers.

9 injured in Md. boat explosion after refueling
EMS1

A boat explosion in Maryland resulted in a multi-patient incident with nine individuals transported for injuries.

📋 Clinical Medicine Updates
International Prehospital Medicine Institute Literature Review, July 2026
JEMS

The latest IPMI review summarizes new prehospital research on topics including trauma and cardiac care.

Novel Parvovirus in Pigs Associated with Exophthalmos and Erythema, the Netherlands
CDC Emerging Infectious Diseases

Researchers identify a novel parvovirus in pigs, highlighting the potential for zoonotic disease surveillance.

📈 Operational & Leadership Updates
Funding crisis halts Ala. county ambulance service
EMS1

An ambulance service in an Alabama county has ceased operations due to a severe and unresolved funding shortfall.

AI, Drones, and Robotics Take Center Stage at FDNY Field Medicine Symposium
JEMS

The recent FDNY symposium showcased emerging technologies poised to revolutionize prehospital field operations and medicine.

OneDose Helps OH EMS Alert Thousands to Critical Drug Recall
JEMS

A new system enabled Ohio EMS agencies to rapidly disseminate information regarding a critical medication recall.

Idaho county EMS names first woman deputy chief
EMS1

Ada County Paramedics in Idaho has appointed its first-ever female deputy chief of administration.

⚖️ Legislative Updates
N.J. recognizes open water lifeguards as first responders
EMS1

New Jersey has passed legislation officially granting first responder status to open water lifeguards.