EMS Briefing: Thursday, August 27, 2026

Hawaii's Department of Health has issued a public safety alert regarding the discovery of fentanyl-laced cocaine in the state.

A Florida flight paramedic is highlighted for jumping from a helicopter to provide immediate aid to a fisherman in cardiac arrest.

A new scholarship program has been launched at a Pennsylvania college to support and attract aspiring paramedic students.

A former EMS captain and fire chief from New York was tragically found deceased in his home.

A nationwide study links the use of prehospital capnometry during intubation with improved 30-day mortality outcomes.

A recent article reviews the ongoing debate regarding the optimal timing of vasopressors versus fluid boluses in early septic shock.

New recommendations emphasize the importance of initiating cold-water immersion therapy for heat stroke patients in the prehospital setting.

The National EMS Advisory Council is entering a new phase with fresh leadership and a redefined federal agenda for EMS.

Potential budget cuts to the Department of Veterans Affairs may negatively impact the nation's behavioral health crisis response capabilities.

Commissioners in Putnam County, Ohio, have voted to eliminate the practice of providing bonuses for individual EMS runs.

A systematic review highlights the importance of using patient outcome data to inform and improve EMS response planning.

California is considering legislation that would impose financial penalties on healthcare providers who fail to control rising costs.