Newsletters/March 31, 2026

EMS Briefing: Tuesday, March 31, 2026

March 31, 2026
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Prehospital Academy

Tuesday, March 31, 2026

Good morning and welcome to your daily briefing. Here are the latest developments in EMS that you need to know.

📰 EMS News Recap
Fla. college EMT graduate receives congressional recognition for life-saving delivery
EMS1

An EMT graduate in Florida has been recognized by Congress for her role in a life-saving field delivery.

Two TN Middle School Students Dead, More Than 20 Injured During Field Trip Bus Crash
JEMS

A significant MCI involving a school bus in Tennessee resulted in two student fatalities and over twenty injuries.

Tenn. medic injured in hit-and-run crash
EMS1

A Tennessee paramedic is recovering after being injured in a hit-and-run incident while on duty.

Life Star Responds After CT Worker Falls 40 Feet From Tree
JEMS

A HEMS unit was dispatched for a worker who sustained critical injuries from a significant fall in Connecticut.

📋 Clinical Medicine Updates
Influence of Intra-Arrest Glucose on Patient Outcomes in Out-of-Hospital Cardiac Arrest
Prehospital Emergency Care

New research found no significant association between intra-arrest glucose levels and patient outcomes in OHCA.

A Simulation-Based Root Cause Analysis of Pediatric Medication Dosing Errors in Emergency Medical Services
Prehospital Emergency Care

Simulation-based analysis identified key contributing factors to pediatric medication errors, highlighting areas for system improvement.

Fighting Fire with Ice: A Multisite Collaboration to Evaluate the Impact of Prehospital Cold Water Immersion on Heat Stroke Patients
Prehospital Emergency Care

A new multisite study is evaluating the effectiveness of prehospital cold water immersion for treating exertional heat stroke patients.

A Retrospective Comparison of Plunger-Type and Band-Type Mechanical Chest Compression Devices for Prehospital Resuscitation
Prehospital Emergency Care

Researchers retrospectively compared plunger-style and band-style mechanical CPR devices, noting differences in field termination of resuscitation rates.

PulmCrit: The HI-PEITHO trial on low dose alteplase
EMCrit

Analysis of the HI-PEITHO trial suggests reduced-dose alteplase may be a viable treatment option for intermediate-high risk pulmonary embolism.

📈 Operational & Leadership Updates
Veteran paramedic named new EMS chief of Wis. city
EMS1

A Wisconsin city has appointed a veteran paramedic to serve as its new EMS chief.

Inside the First Responder Wellness Debate
JEMS

This article explores the ongoing discussion and evolving strategies surrounding first responder mental health and wellness.

Health Care Training Simulation Lab Opens in VA Higher Ed Center
JEMS

A new simulation lab has opened at a Virginia higher education center to enhance hands-on training for healthcare providers.

Development of a Mobile Application for EMS Treatment Protocols Based on a Human-Centered Design Approach
Prehospital Emergency Care

Researchers utilized a human-centered design approach to successfully develop a mobile application for EMS treatment protocols.

⚖️ Legislative Updates
W.Va. county expands ambulance fee to commercial properties
EMS1

A county in West Virginia has expanded its ambulance service fee to include commercial and industrial properties to increase funding.

NYC denies 9/11 Ground Zero toxin records request as advocates file new lawsuit
EMS1

New York City has denied a records request for documents on Ground Zero toxins, prompting a new lawsuit from first responder advocates.