NVFC

AUGUST 13, 2024

The National Volunteer Fire Council (NVFC) has been awarded an FY 2023 Fire Prevention and Safety (FP&S) grant by the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) to further its firefighter health and safety initiatives and reduce line-of-duty injuries and deaths. The health and safety of responders are top priorities for the NVFC.

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Firefighter First Responder EMS Emergency Management 122

The Skeptics' Guide to EM

OCTOBER 22, 2022

Resuscitation 2022 Guest Skeptic: Clay Odell is a Paramedic, Firefighter, and registered nurse (RN). Case: You are the Chief of your local Fire and EMS Department, and an individual contacts you saying […] The post SGEM#380: OHCAs Happen and You’re Head Over Heels – Head Elevated During CPR?

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CPR Defibrillator Epinephrine Firefighter 130

NVFC

SEPTEMBER 24, 2024

Over the years, I’ve seen how generations learn from one another, with “seasoned” firefighters passing down their experience while younger members bring fresh perspectives and technological skills. What should older firefighters know about communicating with Gen Z? What should Gen Z know about communicating with older firefighters?

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Firefighter First Responder EMS OR 116

The Skeptics' Guide to EM

JANUARY 1, 2022

Date: December 21st, 2021 Guest Skeptic: Dr. Howard “Howie” Mell began his career as a firefighter / paramedic in Chicago. He became double board certified in Emergency Medicine (EM) and Emergency Medical Services (EMS). He became double board certified in Emergency Medicine (EM) and Emergency Medical Services (EMS).

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Emergency Medical Services Firefighter Paramedic ALS 130

NVFC

JULY 30, 2024

Once again partnering to provide fast hydration to volunteer firefighters, DripDrop Hydration PBC and the National Volunteer Fire Council (NVFC) have donated 200,000 sticks of DripDrop electrolyte drink mix to volunteer fire departments. said John Shea, chief marketing officer of DripDrop Hydration. “We

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Firefighter Heart Attack First Responder EMS 111

US Patriot

SEPTEMBER 5, 2016

In fact, everyone needs to have this conversation and finally bring to light some very disturbing facts: Firefighter/EMS suicides are outnumbering line of duty deaths. In 2016, 89 firefighter deaths in the line of duty were recorded. In 2016, 89 firefighter deaths in the line of duty were recorded. Number two!

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Firefighter EMS First Responder BLS 52

NVFC

MARCH 12, 2024

For volunteer fire departments lacking the budget and resources to provide adequate drinking water for their wildland firefighters, Anheuser-Busch’s Emergency Drinking Water for Wildland Firefighters program , a partnership with the National Volunteer Fire Council (NVFC), has been a lifeline.

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Firefighter First Responder OR EMS 64

NVFC

JANUARY 16, 2024

The National Volunteer Fire Council (NVFC) has launched an online, searchable directory of behavioral health professionals ready and able to help firefighters, EMS providers, rescue workers, and their families. Learn more at www.nvfc.org/helpline.

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Firefighter First Responder Emergency Management Emergency Manager 116

NVFC

OCTOBER 3, 2024

Through the State Farm Good Neighbor Firefighter Safety Program, 100 departments will each receive a $10,000 grant to obtain critical equipment that will help increase their responders’ safety, effectiveness, and ability to serve their community. This is the inaugural year for the State Farm Good Neighbor Firefighter Safety Program.

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Firefighter First Responder OR EMS 119

NVFC

JULY 16, 2024

By Tom Jenkins Reprinted from the 2024 issue of Firefighter Strong In the fire academy, I doubt any candidate firefighter is excited or intrigued about incident reporting. However, in a data-driven world, it is imperative that fire and EMS organizations have timely and accurate information at their fingertips.

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Firefighter Emergency Response CAD OR 105

NVFC

MAY 7, 2024

Being a volunteer firefighter or EMS provider is tough. The Directory of Behavioral Health Professionals is an online, searchable database of local behavioral health providers who are equipped and ready to help firefighters, EMS providers, rescue workers, dispatchers, and their families.

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Firefighter First Responder EMS OR 98

The Skeptics' Guide to EM

MARCH 2, 2019

JAMA 2018 Guest Skeptic: Missy Carter, former City of Bremerton Firefighter/Paramedic, currently a physician assistant practicing in emergency medicine in the Seattle area and an adjunct faculty […] The post SGEM#247: Supraglottic Airways Gonna Save You for an OHCA? The AIRWAYS-2 Randomized Clinical Trial. Chest compression fraction.

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CPR Firefighter Paramedic Defibrillator 130

NVFC

SEPTEMBER 10, 2024

Firefighters, EMS providers, and rescue workers are routinely exposed to traumatic incidents and difficult calls. In addition, volunteer responders deal with the stress of juggling work-life-volunteer responsibilities.

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Firefighter First Responder EMS OR 98

Chicago EMT Training

AUGUST 6, 2021

The majority of our students come from a premedical background but there are a few with other career choices such as firefighter, paramedic, law enforcement, etc. So when it comes time to renewing your certification or license, you'll have to directly correspond with the IDPH rather than an EMS Coordinator within a system.

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EMT EMT Paramedic Ambulance 130

NVFC

OCTOBER 22, 2024

Today, he wears many hats in his role as the assistant chief of EMS at Pleasant Hill Newton Township Fire & EMS. His responsibilities include quality assurance and quality improvement of NFIRS and NEMIS exports, grant writing, EMS billing administration, training coordination, and IT support for the entire organization.

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Firefighter First Responder EMT EMT 111

NVFC

JANUARY 30, 2024

In 2023, over 200 firefighters, EMS providers, hazmat response technicians, and other stakeholders participated in courses in Clearwater, FL; Fulton, KY; Owensboro, KY; Potosi, MO; Hamilton Township, NJ; Orangeburg, SC; McAllen, TX; and Pearisburg, VA. All courses are offered free of charge.

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First Responder Firefighter Emergency Response EMS 119

NVFC

JUNE 26, 2024

What to Expect: A Guide for New Firefighter Families (Second Edition) is designed to help new fire and EMS recruits along with their spouses/significant others, children, parents, siblings, and other family members make the adjustment to the volunteer fire service lifestyle.

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Firefighter EMS OR 105

NVFC

JUNE 4, 2024

The Directory of Behavioral Health Professionals – This online, searchable directory contains a listing of local providers who are equipped and ready to help firefighters, EMS providers, rescue workers, dispatchers, and their families.

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First Responder Firefighter EMS OR 115

NVFC

AUGUST 27, 2024

Whether you’re creating presentations or training for active members, junior firefighters, potential recruits, or community education, you can implement inclusive practices to make sure everyone can take part in your fire or EMS department’s educational programs. Learning best practices apply to learners of all ages and backgrounds.

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Firefighter OR EMS 105

NVFC

JANUARY 24, 2024

The National Volunteer Fire Council (NVFC) has released a new Leadership training track in the Virtual Classroom, designed specifically for fire and EMS department leaders, including chiefs and officers. Whether new or established, leaders are constantly needing to learn and grow in their roles. Register for the Leadership Track here.

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Firefighter First Responder EMS OR 111

NVFC

MARCH 26, 2024

To best address these issues, Women in Fire is working with researchers at The Center for Fire, Rescue, and EMS Health Research to ensure resources are rooted in science and based on research findings in the fire service. How is fire service recruitment and retention the same or different for women as men?

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Firefighter OR EMS 119

NVFC

SEPTEMBER 24, 2024

Cornettsville (KY) Fire Department and Elmore Fire Department (Lake Elmore, VT) will each receive four new sets of Globe turnout gear and four MSA Cairns® fire helmets to provide protection to their volunteer firefighters. In 2024, another 13 departments will be awarded four sets of gear and four helmets each.

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Firefighter NFPA First Responder Emergency Management 105

EMS 12-Lead

AUGUST 14, 2022

David Didlake Acute Care Nurse Practitioner Firefighter / Paramedic @DidlakeDW A 50 y/o Male was taking his dog for a leisurely stroll through the park when he suddenly experienced new onset chest discomfort. EMS personnel found him seated on a bench, uncomfortable, but without gross distress.

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STEMI MICU CAD Coronary 130

NVFC

OCTOBER 22, 2024

Safe and adequate personal protective equipment is essential to firefighters performing at their best. Each department will receive four new sets of Globe turnout gear and four MSA Cairns® fire helmets to provide protection to their volunteer firefighters. Learn about the latest recipients below.

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Firefighter First Responder OR EMS 105

EMS 12-Lead

APRIL 8, 2022

David Didlake Firefighter / Paramedic Acute Care Nurse Practitioner @DidlakeDW Peer review by Dr. Stephen Smith @smithECGblog I was reviewing ECG’s in our LifeNet database and happened upon this one without any knowledge of clinical circumstances. He reported to EMS a medical history of GERD only. However, in this context (i.e.

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STEMI ALS Coronary CAD 130

NVFC

NOVEMBER 19, 2024

“Thousands of people need assistance on the roadways every day, and many depend on volunteer firefighters and EMS responders to provide lifesaving services,” said NVFC Chair Steve Hirsch. Yet those very same responders are at risk of being struck and injured or killed by other motorists passing the incident.

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Firefighter EMS OR 116

NVFC

OCTOBER 22, 2024

Like men, female firefighters are at an increased risk of a variety of cancers and other reproductive health issues; they also face other physical and behavioral health issues. discusses the health issues specific to female firefighters and how it can impact your department’s recruitment and retention efforts. What should I eat?

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Firefighter First Responder EMT EMT 72

EMS 12-Lead

MAY 8, 2022

David Didlake Firefighter / Paramedic Acute Care Nurse Practitioner @DidlakeDW Peer review provided by Dr. Steve Smith [link] @SmithECGBlog An adult female called 911 for chest discomfort and difficulty breathing. EMS found her acutely ill, mottled, dry mucous membranes, modestly hypotensive, and lethargic. An ECG is recorded.

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STEMI ED EMS Firefighter 130

The Overrun

MAY 18, 2020

This week is EMS Week. Usually, if you’re in EMS; this means some type of free meal, water bottle, bag, or other gift that symbolizes their respective agencies, hospitals, and healthcare systems thanking them for their service. Since the entry of COVID-19, EMS has noticed a difference. People wave. Or don’t know what it means.

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EMS Firefighter Paramedicine Paramedicine 52

EMS 12-Lead

JUNE 20, 2022

David Didlake Firefighter / Paramedic Acute Care Nurse Practitioner @DidlakeDW Peer review provided by Dr. Steve Smith @SmithECGblog I was conducting QA/QI on two very recent cases and was struck by the uniqueness of both. He called 911, and EMS crews subsequently found him diaphoretic and vomiting. A 12 Lead ECG was recorded.

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ACS Coronary STEMI CAD 130

Mile High Ambulance

JULY 25, 2016

“The problem with EMS is that it is not just a job, it’s an identity. codegreencampaign.org, 2016) Consequences Of The Job Many EMS employees and staff have to deal with traumatic experiences which eventually can cause stress, insomnia, depression, suicidal thoughts, and tendencies. What is Code Green?

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EMS First Responder Ambulance EMT 52

NVFC

MAY 30, 2024

Firefighters serve their communities in a unique and impactful way – going into the emergency when everyone else is going out. But what many people don’t realize is that the majority of firefighters in the U.S. are volunteers. These are neighbors helping neighbors when they need it most.

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Firefighter EMT EMT EMS 59

EMS 12-Lead

MARCH 19, 2023

David Didlake Acute Care Nurse Practitioner Firefighter / Paramedic (Ret) @DidlakeDW Expert contribution by Dr Robert Herman @RobertHermanMD @PowerfulMedical (Chief Medical Officer) An adult male called 911 for new-onset epigastric burning. Fire/EMS crews found him clammy and uncomfortable. No appreciable skin pallor.

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Coronary STEMI Paramedic Defibrillator 130

NVFC

JULY 23, 2024

If you are a current volunteer firefighter or EMS provider, a leader in a volunteer or combination fire department, or were a volunteer firefighter or EMS provider within the past five years, please take 10 minutes to fill out the NVFC’s Retention Survey. The National Volunteer Fire Council (NVFC) wants to hear from you!

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Firefighter EMS OR 52

NVFC

APRIL 19, 2024

Today, the NVFC serves as the voice of over one million volunteer firefighters and EMS personnel on the national level and provides valuable training, programs, and other resources. The NVFC seeks a highly motivated, full-time training coordinator.

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Firefighter OR EMS 98

EMT Training Station

APRIL 5, 2023

With this in mind, it’s essential to show our appreciation and support for these incredible individuals. From practical tools and gadgets to thoughtful tokens of appreciation, these carefully-selected gifts are guaranteed to bring a smile to the face of the life-saving professional in your life.

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EMT EMT Paramedic OR 52

The Overrun

DECEMBER 7, 2019

In EMS, we know depression, stress and suicide to be among the highest in any industry in the United States. In 2015, Monique Rose and others wrote an article in JEMS magazine [2] that, among other things, tells a haunting story of an EMS provider who drove down a dark road, texted her children that she loved them, and completed suicide.

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EMS Firefighter ALS Paramedic 52