EMS Briefing: Thursday, August 6, 2026

A lawsuit against AMR has been settled following a patient's death attributed to a delayed ambulance response.

The trial for a suspect accused of causing a fatal medical helicopter crash in Arizona by firing on it has been scheduled for 2028.

A recent Gallup poll reveals that a record 44% of workers globally experience significant daily stress, a finding highly relevant to the EMS workforce.

A New York EMT faces assault charges after allegedly using a taser on a coworker during an altercation at their station.

A new study finds that signs of life during OHCA, such as gasping or movement, are associated with improved survival outcomes.

An EMcrit review advocates for hyperangulated videolaryngoscopy as the primary intubation method due to improved first-pass success and safety.

Research identifies key factors that influence the timely administration of prehospital thrombolytics for STEMI patients in a pharmacoinvasive network.

The CDC highlights how wastewater surveillance data is increasingly being used by physicians to inform clinical decision-making for infectious diseases.

A new article outlines the "PATHS" model, a systematic approach for EMS agencies to manage and navigate low-acuity 911 calls.

Pennsylvania ambulances will receive significant equipment upgrades, including new video laryngoscopes and 12-lead ECG monitors, thanks to $6 million in state funding.

An Iowa college is the first to be approved for a new federal program allowing Pell Grants to be used for short-term EMT training.

An Iowa hospital system is enhancing its air medical capabilities by replacing its current fleet with three new, state-of-the-art helicopters.

Braun Ambulances has introduced a new model to its quick-delivery program to help reduce the long lead times for new ambulance orders.

A Florida court ruling confirms that employers are not legally obligated to accommodate an employee's use of medical marijuana, even if prescribed.

A Washington county has approved a crucial funding measure to support local fire and EMS services, ensuring continued operational readiness.