Newsletters/August 16, 2026

EMS Briefing: Sunday, August 16, 2026

August 16, 2026
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Prehospital Academy

Sunday, August 16, 2026

Good morning and welcome to your daily briefing. Here are the latest developments in prehospital care and emergency services.

📰 EMS News Recap
Pa. overdose prevention network expands to 100 partner organizations
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A Pennsylvania overdose prevention network has expanded to 100 partner organizations to improve community response and resources.

MA Worker’s Arm Trapped in Conveyor; Surgeon Assists in Rescue
JEMS

An on-scene surgeon collaborated with EMS providers in a complex technical rescue of a worker trapped in industrial machinery.

Two NY Police Officers Taken to Hospital After Two-Vehicle Crash
JEMS

Two New York City police officers were transported to the hospital following a motor vehicle collision.

📈 Operational & Leadership Updates
Colo. EMS team staffs critical care paramedics 24/7 for remote calls
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A Colorado EMS agency has implemented 24/7 critical care paramedic staffing to enhance capabilities for remote and rural emergencies.