Utah's Paramedic and EMS Academy

OCTOBER 23, 2023

While EMT basic training is necessary, other non-technical skills are also essential to a successful career as a paramedic or EMT. Join us as Utah’s Paramedic & EMT Academydiscusses the top skills every paramedic and EMT should have. EMTs and Paramedics Must Pay Attention to Details In emergencies, every second counts.

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US Patriot

APRIL 12, 2022

. “In the fire service, one of the things you’ll always here is, it’s either ‘Them before us,’ or ‘Service over self,’ and that’s what they are exemplifying right now,” Eric Hille, Army Veteran and Firefighter, told NBC7 in San Diego What Can Be Done About It?

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Paramedic Training Spot

DECEMBER 8, 2021

If you’ve been struggling to decide between serving as a Soldier in the United States Army or becoming a paramedic , venture no further; you’ve come to the right place. Specifically, we’ll be diving deep as we discuss how to become a combat paramedic in the United States Army. What is a Paramedic?

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First Responders Wellness Center

JUNE 1, 2022

Firefighters/Paramedics face serious risks on the job such as heat exhaustion, burns, lack of sleep, physical and mental stress. Research shows that approximately 20% of firefighters may develop post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) during their career after being exposed to a critical incident.

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Paramedic Training Spot

JANUARY 20, 2022

In order to learn how to become a paramedic in the Air Force, let’s first begin discussing a few important requirements candidates need to meet. Becoming a Paramedic in the U.S. In order for these airmen to become paramedics, they must obtain a Special Experience Identifier. Becoming a U.S.

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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. To which the lead paramedic replied, “Not cardiac; his symptoms are atypical.

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First Responders Foundation

JULY 15, 2024

The safety and well-being of our communities rely heavily on the dedication and courage of first responders—firefighters, police officers, EMTs, and paramedics—who are on the front lines during emergencies.

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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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EMT Training Station

NOVEMBER 12, 2023

Updated: Nov 2023 Hi, I am Mike I am a veteran EMT with more than a decade of experience, and I want to help you pick the best pair of EMS boots for your career as an EMT or paramedic. Best EMS Boots for EMTs and Paramedics Shortlist I understand that your time is valuable. EMTs and Paramedics spend long hours on their feet.

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The Overrun Podcast

JANUARY 27, 2019

On January 17, 2019 NYC mayor Bill DeBlasio stated that EMTs and Paramedics in the City of New York earn less money than Police and FireFighters because “The work is different.” Since that statement, the hashtag #TheWorkISDifferent has become popular on social media.

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Medic Mindset

APRIL 25, 2022

We also have a chance to hear the flight medic reflect on a near-miss with a medication error, what he wished he had learned more about in paramedic school, why he isn’t a firefighter and a wide range of other topics. They dig into their relationship in a way that will make the listener think about their own role as a partner.

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The Overrun Podcast

MAY 14, 2019

Anna talks with Robert (Pip) Piparo, firefighter, paramedic, and driving force behind the 555 Fitness team, bringing physical fitness to public safety professionals! Anna talks with Robert (Pip) Piparo, firefighter, paramedic, and driving force behind the 555 Fitness team, bringing physical fitness to public safety professionals!

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First Responders Foundation

FEBRUARY 27, 2024

First responders—firefighters, police officers, paramedics, and emergency medical technicians—face intense stressors that are inherent to their jobs. Addressing burnout is crucial not only for the well-being of first responders but also for maintaining the quality of public safety services.

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FOAMfrat

AUGUST 2, 2023

Josh Chan is a Life Link III flight paramedic/base lead and a Glenwood FD firefighter. Matthew Yelton is a flight paramedic/base lead for Mercy Flight Central and works as a fire captain at Constableville Ambulance Inc. In this episode, Matt & Josh mention specific sensory emergency kits they have created.

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The Overrun Podcast

SEPTEMBER 23, 2018

A systematic review of suicidal thoughts and behaviors among police officers, firefighters, EMTs, and paramedics. JEMS article: [link] Another paper on first responder stress and suicide: Stanley, Ian & Hom, Melanie & E. Joiner, Thomas. Clinical Psychology Review. 10.1016/j.cpr.2015.12.002. 2015.12.002.

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First Responders Foundation

JULY 31, 2024

These brave individuals—firefighters, police officers, EMTs, and paramedics—rely not only on their training and dedication but also on the support they receive from their communities. For instance, donations can fund thermal imaging cameras that allow firefighters to see through smoke and locate individuals in burning buildings.

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FirstWatch

AUGUST 9, 2023

Daniel Brown , FirstWatch Product Solutions Owner Daniel worked in the field as a volunteer firefighter, EMT, & Paramedic. All provided with maximum flexibility that allows you to report operational performance across any time period and for any geographic area by Apparatus, Equipment, Station, Battalion or District.

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Pulsara

NOVEMBER 20, 2023

A career paramedic and flight nurse, he was formerly a firm believer in using radios to relay critical patient data. “I Firefighters, paramedics, nurses and physicians push back and say, ‘No, my pager works fine.’ I thought our radios worked fine – until they didn’t,” he explained.

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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.

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NVFC

APRIL 23, 2024

In 2010, I put together a training program for responders on how to deal with a person with autism, using my personal experience and my experience as a firefighter and paramedic. I had to be a dedicated advocate for my son to enable him to be heard and get to where he is today. I have since trained over 15,000 responders.

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EMS 12-Lead

MAY 20, 2022

David Didlake Firefighter / Paramedic Acute Care Nurse Practitioner @DidlakeDW Peer review and commentary by Dr. Steve Smith [link] @SmithECGblog It is early-summer, approximately 1330 hours, no cloud cover overhead, and 86 degrees with high humidity. A 59 y/o Female calls 911 for crushing chest discomfort and difficulty breathing.

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The Good, The Bad & The Ugly Paramedic

DECEMBER 1, 2020

Starting weekend jobs or “before paramedic” careers holds the same allure. We hope that firefighters and police colleagues view us as equals. Dependent on culture within various organisations, or certain social platforms, positive descriptors of passionate paramedics quickly become labels to loathe. It’s just a joke.”

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EMS 12-Lead

AUGUST 22, 2022

David Didlake Firefighter / Paramedic Acute Care Nurse Practitioner @DidlakeDW Expert commentary and peer review by Dr. Jesse McLaren @ECGcases [link] [link] This case was kindly submitted by Dr. Paco Dardon (@PacoDardon), and it’s a privilege to present it as a formal review due to the many pathophysiological, and electrophysiological, phenomenon (..)

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EMS 12-Lead

JULY 24, 2023

David Didlake Acute Care Nurse Practitioner Firefighter / Paramedic (ret) @DidlakeDW Expert commentary and peer review by Dr. Steve Smith [link] @smithECGBlog A 57 y/o Female with PMHx HTN, HLD, DM, and current use of tobacco products, presented to the ED with chest discomfort.

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The Good, The Bad & The Ugly Paramedic

JULY 1, 2020

As one of those "soft skills" integral to the paramedic's toolkit, it is encouraging to see how widely it appears in research, training, leadership and culture. In the current climate, paramedics are feeling both the warmth of widespread empathy, for the role we are playing in pandemia, and the contrasting cold of its absence.

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NCOAE

OCTOBER 14, 2022

While the most popular career trajectory for EMTs is to become a Paramedic, there are a number of jobs that you can obtain with just an EMT certification, keeping mind that some may require additional training. While the positions are similar to some extent, as a firefighter EMT you not only handle medical emergencies but also fight fires.

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US Patriot

SEPTEMBER 12, 2019

In one year, you can become certified at something that makes money and use the remaining two years to get your paramedic or other branch-offs of Emergency Medical Skills. I wasted money trying to go to school to be a firefighter, which is a very hard gig to land for a new EMT. For those of you using the G.I. Bill, this is good news.

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NCOAE

MARCH 8, 2021

Recognizing the Difference Between EMTs, AEMTs, and Paramedics The National Registry of Emergency Medical Technicians (NREMT) — that’s the leading certification agency in the U.S. Advanced EMT: Advanced EMTs have higher level assessment skills and are permitted to administer about 20 different medications depending on their state license.

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Paramedic Training Spot

NOVEMBER 29, 2021

When paramedics respond to emergencies, they may have someone in the back of their vehicle with an oxygen mask on who seems fine sitting down, but could pass out when they stand up and start walking around. Why, for most EMTs, Firefighters, and Police Officers, is it so important to come and save lives on a daily basis?

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ESO

JULY 17, 2023

As a former firefighter, paramedic, medical director, ED physician, and hospital administrator, Eric shares my passion for our mission of improving community health and safety through the power of data. Eric and I have known each other for nearly a decade. He isn’t new to ESO, serving on the ESO Board of Directors for eight years.

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EMS 12-Lead

APRIL 2, 2022

David Didlake Firefighter / Paramedic Acute Care Nurse Practitioner @DidlakeDW Expert commentary provided by Dr. Ken Grauer CASE 1 An 82 y/o Male called 911 for sudden onset dizziness while at rest. Upon arrival he was found alert and oriented, and without gross distress.

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American Burn Association

DECEMBER 1, 2022

“We want to make sure our patients are receiving appropriate burn care and that our local relationships with firefighters, paramedics, emergency departments, and referring physicians are collaborative,” said ODBC Deputy Chair Kathleen Romanowski, MD. ” Drs.

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Mile High Ambulance

JULY 25, 2016

Code Green serves all types of first responders, including firefighters, EMTs, paramedics, dispatchers, police, corrections, air medical, and search & rescue. The Code Green Campaign is a first responder oriented mental health advocacy and education organization.

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First Responder Wellness

MARCH 3, 2023

And many start their careers in Law Enforcement or as Medics, Dispatcher and Firefighters with their bag already half full. Some of us begin carrying rocks for others who are unable to do it themselves. We can’t help but notice that some people in the world seem to have a much lighter load, but we don’t wish to be more like them.

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NCOAE

NOVEMBER 13, 2021

Sometimes that is with another EMT, or it may be with a higher-level emergency healthcare provider such as a paramedic. Many fire departments require that all of their firefighters also be EMTs. In addition: EMTs may work in a variety of settings, and almost always as part of a team. Shifts most commonly are 12 or 24 hours.

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First Responders Childrens' Foundation

MARCH 13, 2024

State and Federal first responders, which includes firefighters, police officers, paramedics, EMTs, corrections officers, and 911 dispatchers announces the opening of its Scholarship Program from now through May 31, 2024.

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First Responder Wellness

JULY 11, 2022

The First Responders Treatment Program uses trauma-informed strategies to cater to the unique needs of law enforcement, firefighters, paramedics, and other first responders with substance use disorders and co-occurring mental illnesses.

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