EMS Briefing: Friday, June 26, 2026

The administration of prehospital whole blood continues to expand, with over 400 US agencies now carrying the life-saving intervention.

An AMR crew in Las Vegas organized a water drive to support a local homeless shelter during a severe heatwave.

International disaster response efforts are underway in Venezuela following devastating twin earthquakes.

An off-duty Texas firefighter is credited with providing critical care to a passenger experiencing a medical emergency on a commercial flight.

A CDC report details a significant Chikungunya virus outbreak in Cuba, highlighting the risk of travel-related vector-borne diseases.

A new study reviews cases of donor-transmitted parasitic infections in organ transplant recipients over a 12-year period.

A new JEMS editorial examines the role of caffeine in EMS culture and its impact on provider fatigue and wellness.

Solano County, California, has formed a new advisory group to enhance collaboration and oversight of its emergency medical system.

Industry leaders recently focused on key challenges in the air medical sector, including safety protocols and workforce retention.

A wrongful death lawsuit has been filed alleging a delayed EMS response contributed to the death of a former NFL player.

Federal authorities have charged a New Jersey ambulance company as part of a major nationwide healthcare fraud investigation.

A lawsuit in Massachusetts is prompting changes to the 911 system to improve responses for patients in mental health crises.