EMS Briefing: Saturday, October 31, 2026

Six people were injured after a vehicle crashed into an ambulance during a Halloween event in New York City.

A Pennsylvania educational program provided students with interactive healthcare and emergency response training.

A newly launched EMS agency in Texas is featured in a recent photo highlight.

NAEMSP released a position statement outlining resources and guidance for managing older adults after low-acuity falls and lift assists.

A recent study documents exposure to Leptospira among urban river surfers in Germany.

An article discusses strategies for improving patient outreach within mobile integrated healthcare and community paramedicine programs.

Emergency medical services are being diverted after a Pennsylvania medical center suspended its critical heart care services.

Merced County has implemented an AMR nurse navigation program to triage 911 calls.

A North Carolina county is offering an annual subscription program that covers patient ambulance costs.

An editorial examines how emergency medical services funding shortages in New York City reflect broader systemic issues.

The American Ambulance Association is searching for a consultant to guide its EMSNext leadership development initiative.

A report suggests that legislation designed to prevent surprise medical billing is contributing to higher healthcare costs.

A proposed sales tax in St. Charles County could generate $25 million in funding for the local ambulance district next year.

Senator Susan Collins was awarded the 2026 Legislative Recognition Award by the American Ambulance Association.