EMS Briefing: Friday, July 3, 2026
Friday, July 3, 2026
Good morning and welcome to your daily briefing. Here are the key clinical, operational, and industry developments from the last 24 hours.
An EMT in New York faces criminal charges following a fatal ambulance collision with a pedestrian.
The City of Phoenix has settled a lawsuit for over $600,000 after a patient was dropped from a gurney during transport.
A recalled consumer product has caused severe pediatric burn injuries, highlighting a public safety hazard for first responders.
Responders in Alaska are managing a complex fatal MVC scene involving submerged vehicles and a major highway closure.
A new study reviews the effectiveness and criteria for applying pelvic binders in prehospital trauma care.
Research using NEMSIS data shows significant regional differences and increasing trends in heat-related illness calls across the nation.
A clinical review examines the latest evidence regarding the utility of hyperbaric oxygen therapy for carbon monoxide poisoning.
Artificial intelligence models show high accuracy in identifying pediatric asthma from EMS narrative data.
The WHO has approved the first rapid diagnostic test for a specific strain of the Ebola virus, improving global response capabilities.
A UK study highlights the significant rate and operational impact of manual patient handling injuries among providers.
The 2024 NEMSIS public research dataset has been released, providing a key resource for system analysis and quality improvement.
Australian paramedics are invited to provide feedback on a new draft standard that will regulate urgent care practice.
A consultation period is open to define the prescribed qualifications for paramedic registration and practice in Australia.