Some emergency medical responders in Washington state have been given more legal leeway to refuse to resuscitate terminally ill patients who want to die, as long as the patient has "compelling reasons ...

Why didn't Rochester police get inside the ambulance and help EMTs transport an allegedly agitated patient to the hospital? That is a key question for investigators looking into ambulance and police ...

This post was paid for by an advertiser. The Herald-Dispatch newsroom was not involved in its creation. Do EMTs really need ACLS certification? It’s a common question, especially for those starting to ...

The city of Erlanger is taking a unique approach to public safety by allowing police and fire departments to train together ...

FARGO - F-M Ambulance Service will host a citizens academy from 7 to 10 p.m. Wednesdays for five weeks beginning Sept. 14. The academy is a hands-on opportunity for residents to see what F-M Ambulance ...

The FDNY’s Bureau of EMS unveiled the EMS Week poster on May 1, highlighting the great work its paramedics and EMTs do every day. “Our EMS members display professionalism and compassion for their ...

Pictured is firefighter Kevin Beckerink, chief Lant Lictus, paramedic and EMS chief Dr Paul Heslink and trustee and volunteer fire department member Dale Willink. P-J photo by Sara Holthouse CLYMER — ...

National First Responders Day is October 28 and KITV4's Erin Coogan learns more about what the Hawaii EMTs do while on the job.

Teams made up of EMTs, mental health professionals and peers would be stationed in 100 subway stations, focusing on engaging New Yorkers experiencing homelessness or mental distress ...