EMS Briefing: Thursday, May 7, 2026
Thursday, May 7, 2026
Good morning and welcome to your daily briefing. Here are the top stories and research impacting prehospital medicine.
New York healthcare leaders are sounding the alarm on the rapid decline of rural health systems due to financial and staffing pressures.
Hospital closures following private equity bankruptcies are creating significant healthcare access gaps in Pennsylvania and Ohio communities.
A Virginia cardiac arrest survivor reunited with the EMS crew who saved his life, highlighting the impact of rapid prehospital intervention.
An outbreak of Hantavirus on a cruise ship has prompted the medical evacuation of three patients to European hospitals for specialized care.
New research suggests paramedics can accurately identify non-survivable injuries in traumatic cardiac arrest, supporting clinical judgment in termination of resuscitation.
This editorial examines the persistent gap between current evidence and clinical practice regarding prehospital spinal motion restriction protocols.
A new study found automated ventilation provided more consistent tidal volumes compared to manual ventilation through an i-gel during HEMS transport.
An analysis highlights the importance of identifying and mitigating preventable, serious safety incidents to improve patient outcomes in EMS.
A new pediatric critical care ambulance in Alabama is now equipped to provide ICU-level care for children during interfacility transports.
The 'Room 16 Protocol' offers a structured, confidential pathway for first responders to access immediate mental health support from peers.
This article explores the growing mental health crisis among public safety personnel and the cultural shift towards seeking help and support.
Pittsburgh EMS successfully deployed a mobile field hospital to provide comprehensive medical support during the high-attendance NFL draft event.
The latest NEMSIS public research dataset has been released, providing a valuable resource for EMS research and quality improvement initiatives.
The Emergency Nurses Association has issued a statement opposing federal policies that restrict student loan access for advanced nursing degrees.