Newsletters/March 26, 2026

EMS Briefing: Thursday, March 26, 2026

March 26, 2026
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Prehospital Academy

Thursday, March 26, 2026

Good morning and welcome to your daily briefing. Here are the top stories and clinical updates shaping the world of EMS.

šŸ“° EMS News Recap
UK Police Arrest Two Men Over Arson Attack on Ambulances Belonging to Jewish Charity
JEMS

UK police have arrested two individuals in connection with an arson attack that destroyed ambulances belonging to a Jewish charity.

CAL FIRE captain named Calif. 2025 EMS Educator of the Year
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A CAL FIRE captain has been recognized as California's 2025 EMS Educator of the Year for his significant contributions to training.

ā€˜Frantic’ AL Woman Gives Birth Standing in Parking Lot
JEMS

An Alabama woman delivered her baby in a hospital parking lot with assistance from bystanders before EMS could arrive.

šŸ“‹ Clinical Medicine Updates
N.J. EMS adds long-acting buprenorphine to prehospital overdose care
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A New Jersey EMS system is now administering long-acting buprenorphine to enhance prehospital care for opioid overdose patients.

ā€˜Better Outcomes’: AL Paramedics Train With ER Doctors to Save More Lives
JEMS

Alabama paramedics are participating in joint training exercises with emergency department physicians to improve patient outcomes through collaboration.

šŸ“ˆ Operational & Leadership Updates
Conn. EMTs buy their own protective vests amid safety concerns
EMS1

Citing increasing safety risks, EMTs in a Connecticut town are personally purchasing their own ballistic vests for protection on duty.

EMT/Paramedic Training Eligible for Grants Funds
JEMS

Grant funding has been made available in New Jersey to support local EMT and paramedic training programs, aiding recruitment efforts.

Leading the wellness culture: You don’t need everyone — just a few who care
EMS1

Agency leaders can effectively initiate a positive wellness culture by empowering a small, dedicated group of champions.

Strategic Scan on Community Needs and Co-Responder Programs Published by CPSE
JEMS

A new report analyzes community needs and provides a framework for developing effective co-responder programs.

āš–ļø Legislative Updates
Maker of Device to Treat Addiction Withdrawal Seeks KY Opioid Settlement Cash
JEMS

A medical device manufacturer is petitioning for a portion of Kentucky's opioid settlement funds to deploy its addiction withdrawal treatment technology.