EMS Briefing: Thursday, November 5, 2026

A Maine EMT has returned home following a 168-day recovery from injuries sustained in a mill explosion.

A tow truck collided with a school bus during a seven-vehicle crash in Baltimore.

A child in New York died from measles, marking the state's first death associated with the disease in three decades.

This article outlines techniques for utilizing wound packing to control junctional hemorrhage in the prehospital setting.

Researchers analyzed the seroprevalence of monkeypox among adults visiting roadside wellness centers along a major transportation route in Kenya.

A recent study identifies serologic evidence of avian influenza exposure in Egyptian livestock populations between 2024 and 2026.

This discussion reviews the benefits and limitations of using simulation environments for EMS training.

An Indiana fire department has requested opioid settlement funds to support additional training and equipment purchases.

The Commission on Accreditation of Medical Transport Systems has published its monthly organizational press release for October 2026.

Despite the conclusion of the 2026 elections, the core legislative and funding challenges facing the EMS industry remain unresolved.

Voters in Ohio approved a measure to increase taxes for EMS funding while simultaneously reducing a separate fire levy.

A proposed tax intended to fund full-time ambulance coverage was narrowly rejected by voters in New York.

Florida voters approved a property tax reduction that clears a path for corresponding cuts in public spending.

Voters in Michigan approved an increase in 911 fees to finance the purchase of new radios for local first responders.