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PBS NewsHour | The No Surprises Act left out ground ambulances. Here’s what’s happening now

American Ambulance Association

Thank you to American Ambulance Association Secretary @WayneJurecki for standing up for patients and #EMS providers. @NewsHour #SupportEMS #GAPBAC #AlwaysOpen #NotJustaRide [link] @EMS1 @jemsconnect @UKROBL1 @AIMHI_MIH @EMSWorldOFCL — AmericanAmbulanceAsc (@amerambassoc) […] The post PBS NewsHour | The No Surprises Act left out ground ambulances.

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Back in the Game: The Effects of Activity on Youth Concussion Recovery

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Background: Sports-related concussions are among the most common injuries in children and adolescents, affecting millions of youth athletes annually. 1 Given their prevalence in this population, providers must be up to date on diagnosis and management. Historical practice recommends rest to prevent adverse outcomes; however, evidence suggests strict rest is harmful.

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Clarion Ledger | Ambulance ‘response times’ miss the big picture: health outcomes

American Ambulance Association

Congratulations to the board of the Mississippi Ambulance Alliance on the publication of their insightful op-ed in the Clarion Ledger. “Response Times” are the loudest complaint, both locally and around […] The post Clarion Ledger | Ambulance ‘response times’ miss the big picture: health outcomes appeared first on American Ambulance Association.

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52 in 52 – #42: The “FABLED” Trial

EMDocs

Welcome back to the “52 in 52” series. This collection of posts features recently published must-know articles. Today we look at the FABLED trial. Authors: Brannon L Inman, MD (Critical Care Fellow, Orlando, FL) // Reviewed by: Alex Koyfman, MD (@EMHighAK); Brit Long, MD (@long_brit) Blood Culture Results Before and After Antimicrobial Administration in Patients With Severe Manifestations of Sepsis AKA the “FABLED” Trial Clinical question: In adults with severe manifestations of s

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Justin Cooley Sees A Problem And Makes A Difference

First Responders Foundation

The First Responders Foundation is honored to be inducting Justin Cooley into the Ancient Order of the National Society of St. Florian and St. Michael at the 7th Annual 9/11 Luncheon of Honor on September 11, 2023. Justin was the keynote speaker for the 6th Annual 9/11 Luncheon of Honor in 2022. Justin Cooley Sees A Problem And Makes A Difference Captain Cooley is a captain with the Omaha Fire Department and the father of three teenagers.