Snake eyes in Berkshires Aug 14, 2008
Fran is a farmer, but more important he is an EMT and a firefighter who has volunteered his service for half a century. Fran Malnati is The Man. (Boston Globe)
Avra Valley Fire District recovering from tough year Aug 14, 2008
Firefighters and EMT s go to work every day to help people in trouble, but it wasn t too long ago that the Avra Valley Fire District had problems of it s own. It was just a mismanagement of funds, and we went close to $800,000 in debt altogether, says Avra Valley Firefighter/EMT Patrick Calhoun ... A base hospital is, simply put, as EMT s and paramedics, we need some sort of medical direction, says Calhoun. (FOX 11, AZ)
Volunteers Needed for State Defense Force Aug 14, 2008
Some are like me with EMT and fire fighting experience, but some are law enforcement and doctors, he said, adding people with all kind of experience and training are needed in the force. For those who have retired and don t have anything that makes them feel needed the force is a perfect answer. (Dublin Courier Herald, GA)
Dear Editor: CHC good service Aug 13, 2008
In 1979, I attended EMT school and was a volunteer at the Adairville service for a number of years ... My son, Jon Henbest attended EMT school and also became a volunteer with the Adairville service ... To you or your loved one whose life has been saved or has ever needed and received the services of the excellent paramedics and excellent EMTs employed by CHC that service Logan County, and to those of you whose life may be saved tomorrow, I plead with you to get on your knees and pray that our... (Russellville News Democrat Leader, KY)
Car plows through DeMotte building Aug 12, 2008
wheres my emt wrote on Aug 8, 2008 5:06 PM:" where was that HOT emt that was on the ambulance???? ". Name. (Demotte Kankakee Valley Post News, IN)
FDNY stint 'proving ground' for cadets Aug 11, 2008
Preparing for battlefieldZederbaum said the exercise was intended to give cadets the necessary experience to be certified as EMTs, plus a clinical awareness of injuries they may see on the battlefield ... He was a little rattled when he saw a man covered in blood, but pulled himself together and immediately helped, following instructions from an EMT.. (MSNBC -- Terrorism)
Chief: Tasing Was Justified Aug 11, 2008
One officer injured his hand and an EMT sprained his knee as they tried to subdue Delfenthal. The officer tased him twice. (WCAX.com, VT)
Derby tragedy prompts safety discussions Aug 10, 2008
One of three firefighters at the derby, Mike Kauzlarich, a trained EMT, said Tom Jester s care was not lacking. Tom received very definitive and effective treatment on scene, he said. (Helena Independent Record, MT)
Medic: delivering baby was amazing Aug 10, 2008
Logan Weygandt, fluent in Spanish and an EMT, was nearby as part of the four-member team from Conemaugh Township EMS. The young woman s husband and cousin stood nearby the minivan parked in the Conemaugh Township Police Department parking lot directly across from the Conemaugh Township EMS station ... It was 12:40 p.m. Aug. 1 and the EMS team two medics and two EMTs had gone from being scared to feeling joy ... It was a little scary at the moment when we first got there, but it turned out... (Somerset Daily American, PA)
Columbia County Emergency Medical Service Capt. Vicki Hein and paramedic James Johnson are on standby for emergency calls. JASON MATTHEW WALKER/Lake City Reporter Aug 10, 2008
Many paid and volunteer firefighters are also either an Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) or a paramedic, Boozer said. Strategic locations. (Lake City Reporter, FL)
Atkins-Scott Engagement Aug 9, 2008
She is employed as an RN for St. John's Mercy Medical Center, Creve Coeur, and as an EMT for Washington Area Ambulance District. Her fianc is a 2000 graduate of Washington High School and a 2002 graduate of East Central College. (Missourian Publishing, MO)
Administrator shares lessons from Columbus Junction Aug 9, 2008
"I walk into the office, and here's my counterpart, Tom Coulter, sitting in a chair, an EMT to both sides of him, hooked up to an EKG machine, getting ready to be transferred to the University of Iowa because of a heart attack.". At that point, he said, residents were still trying to save the levee that was holding back the waters; but that would soon change as well. (Mt. Pleasant News, IA)
Senator meets Wednesday with Phoenix reps, Thursday with Hamilton Memorial Aug 9, 2008
Dauby told Durbin he had met with White County officials and recommended the need to upgrade their service from a basic EMT service to at least an intermediate service where life-saving drugs could be administered while the ambulance was on its way to the hospital. Dauby added that White County had been able to implement an upgrade in its service only recently and noted it had been effective in patient transports. (Carmi Times, IL)
County says no to funding Starke rescue response Aug 9, 2008
"A lot of times we can get them there quicker, and they are first-responder trained. As far as the city fire department, they are all EMT trained," Green said. Chandler said one of the points made in talking to city representatives is that the county also responds to calls within the city, and that includes the county volunteer fire departments responding to structure fires and alarms. (Bradford County Telegraph, FL)
North Iowa heroes join honorees at State Fair Aug 8, 2008
Russell said the intensity of the situation caused him to forget the sequence of CPR, and then he listened to the instructions from the 911 EMT over the speaker phone ... They continued CPR until EMT arrived and was able to take over. (Mason City Globe-Gazette, IO)
Ambulance chaser: A day in the life of an ambulance crew Aug 8, 2008
Slifka had arranged for me to ride with two veteran crew members: Paramedic Erik Slifka (Dave s son) and EMT Chris Heckman ... Figuring that a seven-hour trip to and from Grand Rapids was not the kind of ride along experience I was seeking, Dave Slifka reassigned me to a crew comprised of paramedic Larry Hansen and EMT specialist Cyndi Kramer, who were the backup crew for the day and coming in to serve as the primary crew for the Harbor Springs station until Slifka and Heckman returned from... (Gaylord Herald Times, MI)
Hands on training Aug 6, 2008
A prospective EMT, Joni Parks of Horseshoe Bend, finishes strapping her victim, Chris Hamblin, of Burley, to a long board as she completes one portion of the practical exam required for licensing as an EMT or first responder ... Five people from Mini-Cassia took part in the testing, one to become a Basic and four to become Advanced EMTs. (Sioux Falls Tri-State Neighbor, SD)
Wi-Fi network expansion could mean a walk in the park Aug 4, 2008
Two-thirds of all the EMT (emergency medical technician) runs now have the slowest connection when they do their reports. . (The Pantagraph newspaper)
Rowlett Fire Department to host citizen’s academy Aug 1, 2008
Department paramedics and EMT personnel will demonstration how equipment is carried on ambulances and engines as well as how it is used. The program will include a discussion of public education classes the department offers to citizens and the type of fire safety messages taught to children during education events. (McKinney Courier-Gazette, TX)
He's the personal surgeon for Atlanta cops Jul 31, 2008
He took emergency medical technician courses in high school and worked as an EMT in college. The experience put him in contact with cops and firefighters and convinced him to follow an older brother into indoor medicine. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Metro)
I-16 Wreck Injures Stockbridge Man Jul 31, 2008
Laurens EMT medics check for personal items of the driver at a wreck scene on Interstate 16 at about 7:30 this morning after they have treated the driver of the demolished truck. By STEPHANIE MILLER. (Dublin Courier Herald, GA)
ATL 'Real Housewives' preview tonight Jul 30, 2008
There was an EMT there. In the end, nobody even needed the EMT, he added. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution)
Plans to privatize EMS dragging Jul 28, 2008
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A little elbow grease Jul 27, 2008
"Nothing gets done," said the paid EMT worker, who said his fel low paid EMTs are similarly un happy. "(The volunteer rescue squad workers) always say it's 'get ting taken care of.'". (NJ.com -- Times)
Painting firehouse helps ease pain Jul 26, 2008
Another Fairbury fireman and EMT, Jeremy Stoller, is also trying to cope with the loss of a friend and fellow fireman. Stoller, who is also a member of the SELCAS personnel, responded to Tuesday night's fire at the Todd and Judy Somers' residence in Forrest with the fire department. (Pontiac Daily Leader, IL)
More of this story Jul 25, 2008
In addition, she works full time as an EMT with Coffee County EMS and is attending school full time to obtain her paramedic license. The minimum wage increase, which ranges from 14- 24. (Andalusia Star News, AL)
Mind, body and knowledge: Fit Lifestyle Studios takes comprehensive approach to fitness Jul 25, 2008
With their various backgrounds, and the knowledge of Wright s husband Brian, a firefighter EMT who s developed wellness programs for public safety organizations, Devine and the Wrights saw the chance to develop a new business that would combine the physical fitness regimen of a gym with the wellness education many don t receive past high school. We plan on doing free seminars to the schools, she said. (Melrose Free Press, MA)
Jaime Richardson | Green Valley NewsScott Sirois, CEO of Desert Diamond Casino, left, shakes hands with Green Valley resident Bill Ryan. In June, Ryan was rescued by Desert Diamond Emergency Medical Technicians after he collapsed with cardiac arrest while playing the blackjack tables. Jul 25, 2008
He won back his life, thanks to quick-acting casino employees trained as Emergency Medical Technicians (EMTs) who, he says, literally revived him from death following what was later diagnosed as a full cardiac arrest ... Within seconds, the EMTs were on me , giving me CPR and defibrillator treatments ... The CEO said employees informed him that Ryan had no pulse and was not breathing before casino EMTs administered CPR and utilized an Automated External Defibrillator, a portable automatic device... (Green Valley News & Sun, AZ)
Hoping for the best Jul 24, 2008
An EMT with Trinity Hospital, she felt a responsibility to use her medical knowledge to help others cope with this condition and the effects it could have. She later changed the name to Team Hope after meeting with Michelle Fox of Billerica and Eleanor Spinale, and the three families began holding blood drives in Chelmsford. (Billerica Minuteman, MA)
Transit service: City approves contract with sole bidder Jul 23, 2008
In the event that all three ambulances are in use, remaining EMT s at the station or EMT certified firefighters could use the vehicle to transport people to the hospital. We have times when we re transporting a lot of people out of the hospital, and we might still have calls in town, said Iowa AMR Operations Manager David Tice. (Charles City Press, IO)
Fire Department trying to keep up with Guadalupe growth Jul 23, 2008
While going to school full-time, working a full-time and a part-time job and raising his son, Gauna completed his EMT license and Firefighter I certificate in 2003. That was the same year he was hired as a volunteer firefighter in Guadalupe. (Santa Maria Times)
Brace yourself ... Jul 23, 2008
emt services no where to be found. somebody named broussard came up to the scene and applied a very make shift tourniquet that seemed to only worsen matters, it wasnt sterile. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Sports)
Fire Log, July 13 to July 19 Jul 23, 2008
7:26 p.m. An EMT unit was sent to Chester Road to assist police. Friday, July 18 2:50 p.m. A smoke detector malfunctioned at McLean Hospital. (Belmont Citizen Herald, MA)
EMTs try to save their jobs Jul 22, 2008
It also includes his own badge number as a fire department EMT. ... The city recently informed him and its seven other EMTs to look elsewhere for work ... "This is my lifelong dream to follow my family, my father and my grandfather," said Tompkins, 35, a city EMT for seven years. (NJ.com)
Trooper 5 responds to leg laceration Jul 22, 2008
It was caused by a fork lift that went through his leg, said the EMT at Keyser EMS. Due to the severity of the wound, Maryland State Trooper 5 helicopter was called to the scene and arrived at approximately 15 minutes after the call. The helicopter landed in the field beside the Automated Packaging parking lot due to lack of landing space at the Lumber & Things location. (Keyser Mineral Daily News Tribune, WV)
ELECTION 2008: Giacomino, Harris face off in Bisbee City Council Ward 2 election Jul 22, 2008
Education/military: 1974 was hired as a firefighter by the Salt Lake County Fire Department, became an EMT and in 1976 went on to Weber State College to become a licensed paramedic in the state of Utah. Continued to work as a firefighter/paramedic and after attending night school at Utah Valley State College and graduating with a degree in fire science administration, was promoted to the rank of captain in 1994. (Sierra Vista Herald, AZ)
An unCommon Conversation: Army medic Adam Siegel returns home from Iraq Jul 21, 2008
He had an early introduction to the medical field as a cadet EMT while at Nashoba Regional High School, and says he always wanted to join the military. While in Iraq, Adam went on missions that were anywhere from two to 17 hours long, even spending his 20th birthday on a 12-hour overnight shift in a level 2 trauma unit. (Bolton Common, MA)
Man injured in motorcycle accident in critical condition Jul 19, 2008
Chris Wells, 37, an off-duty EMT who lives near the scene of the accident immediately assisted Marshall, who was conscious. Marshall was airlifted to OHSU by LifeFlight. (Longview Daily News, WA)
Man hospitalized after motorcycle/vehicle collision in Kelso Jul 18, 2008
imlovinit wrote on Jul 17, 2008 7:43 AM:" How lucky for him Sgt Kirk & the emt were so close when this happened. " ... Beeres wrote on Jul 17, 2008 9:24 AM:" I saw the accident too. If it hadn't been for the officer and the EMT, the guy wouldn't have made it. There was NO lag time in response - at all. That said, CAN WE PLEASE GET A STOP SIGN ON THE WESTBOUND LANE OF MT.BRINION? It's freakin' blind there. I've lived here 10 years and have seen so many accidents there, and three times as many... (Longview Daily News, WA)
County board discusses joining flood-insurance program Jul 17, 2008
There is always a crew on duty with at least one paramedic and one EMT, Johnson said. An on-call back-up crew is always on duty and there is usually an additional eight-hour day crew for handling transfers to other hospitals and for back-to-back ambulance responses. (Olney Daily Mail, IL)
A healthy transition Jul 17, 2008
When reporting on a patient s condition at the scene of an incident, Topsfield EMT Michael Eaton will take out a small laptop ... They (hospital staff) can see what the EMT saw in the house, Collins-Brown said ... One main aspect of quality assurance that this system provides is the ability for EMT supervisors to peruse the past six months of medical calls and patient outcomes in order to identify the strengths and weaknesses of a town s medical response crew. (Boxford Tri Town Transcript, MA)
PHS grad helps save 2 after plane crash Jul 17, 2008
"I pulled up and said, 'I'm an EMT and I think I can help,'" said Sawtelle ... It was there that she started her initial EMT training ... "She's working as an EMT. She loves Utah.". (Seacoast New Hampshire)
Moped accident sends one to hospital Jul 15, 2008
EMT wrote on Jul 11, 2008 8:41 AM:" Mandatory helmet laws should be enforced for everyone as well as proper training for the operation of ALL motorized vehicles. Even with proper education, people still have accidents, and there will always be uneducated and lets not forget drunk drivers, an oh yeah, those invincible teenagers out there on those same roads. I have scraped many "educated" people off the road and have seen helmets save many lives. NO, helmets don't replace training, but they sure... (Demotte Kankakee Valley Post News, IN)
Fire department welcomes two new brothers to fold Jul 13, 2008
He has also graduated from the Emergency Medical Teaching (EMT) paramedic training program in 2006 ... He also attended Northeastern University s EMT basic training program in 2004 and graduated from the Safety Program Consultants EMT paramedic training program in 2006. (Reading Advocate, MA)
Yell and Tell discussion saves first-grader from drowning Jul 13, 2008
An EMT attending the party as a parent provided assistance to the first-grader at the scene, then a private vehicle brought him to the hospital to be checked out. Although the child's lungs had expelled the water, there was still considerable water in his stomach, but he was treated and was home by bedtime. (Rhinebeck Gazette Advertiser, NY)
Science fiction, romance prove a great blend for author who lived through Hurricane Katrina Jul 13, 2008
I became an EMT just so I could write medical situations accurately ... Good Grief wrote on Jul 12, 2008 1:25 PM:" But, TwentySomething...how are constant reports about shootings, stabbings, death and destruction on a front page so much more acceptible than literary accomplishments? Yes, some might say that romance novels are not literary accomplishments, but that is a narrowminded opinion from people who, likely, have never read them.The article does not INCLUDE graphic sex. In fact, most of... (Longview Daily News, WA)
Warsaw Health Fund Drive raises more than $2,000 for ambulance service Jul 13, 2008
The ambulance service has 11 drivers and 18 EMTs. A recent EMT class in Carthage, Ill. (Keokuk Daily Gate City, IO)
Fire Department starts new regimen Jul 13, 2008
The three firefighters who manned the station on July 1 were Fire Captain and paramedic Rusty Ricker, Fire Lt. and paramedic Jeffrey Ricker and firefighter/EMT Tim Sullivan ... The first three firefighters to man the station on July 1 were Fire Captain and paramedic Rusty Ricker, Fire Lt. and paramedic Jeffrey Ricker and firefighter/EMT Tim Sullivan ... Other call firefighters manning Central Station this summer will be Deputy Chief and EMT John Durkee, firefighter/EMT Donna Robbins, Fire... (Georgetown Record, MA)
Man Shot On 4th Of July Jul 13, 2008
Police then radioed to dispatch and requested EMT s to the scene, who responded immediately and transported the victim to Mary Immaculate Hospital in Jamaica. He arrived and was declared to be in critical condition. (Queens Chronicle, NY)
How do you protect yourself? Jul 13, 2008
Or maybe we should require all rest employees to be emt certified and carry epi-pens to protect the ignorant masses. nah I say let Darwin work his magic. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Health)
Investigation continues into fireworks mishap that injured at least 37 Jul 8, 2008
Charles City Press - News. Check out our special sections at the bottom of the. (Charles City Press, IO)
Applications available for Southern Alleghenies EMS Council Regional Allied Health Scholarship Jul 7, 2008
Scholarships will be awarded as follows: 2 per county in the SAEMS region at 50 each scholarship for Emergency Medical Technician (EMT); and 1 per county in the SAEMS region at 600 for EMT-Paramedic (EMT-P). To request an application contact the Central Pennsylvania Community Foundation at (814) 944-6102. (Somerset Daily American, PA)
Recent emergency helicopter crashes make companies review flight safety policies Jul 6, 2008
Air Evac, an EMT hospital transit company with a base in Wetumpka, carries seriously ill or injured patients to nearby hospitals for treatment in Clanton. Air Evac's director of public relations Julie Heavrin said officials of the company meet every time an accident of great caliber happens. (Clanton Advertiser, AL)
Cyclist's calm, quick action saved victim after bear mauling Jul 3, 2008
Matyas and an EMT volunteer took off toward the attack scene, called 911 and gave dispatchers Davis's cell number ... He then met Matyas and the EMT, who'd driven up ... Matyas and the EMT took off down the trail to Basinger and Davis. (Juneau Empire)
Paicos back from Afghanistan Jul 3, 2008
Paicos said there is no concept of an EMT there and he would like to identify people to train by either bringing them here or returning himself to train someone. I want to also deliver 1,000 backpacks when I m there as well, said Paicos. (Easton Journal, MA)
Injured Climber Rescued From Mt. Rainier Jul 3, 2008
The National Park Service Rescue Rangers and a Central Pierce County Fire and Rescue paramedic and EMT also assisted in the rescue. Copyright 2008 by. (KIRO TV, WA)
DeWitt Police Report Jul 3, 2008
Wylie pointed his finger at an on-duty EMT and said, Ill be coming back later to deal with you, so be ready. The officer told Wylie to stand up and turn around. (DeWitt Era-Enterprise, AR)
Manito: Calling all prospective EMTs Jul 2, 2008
In response to a need for EMTs in Manito, Forman Ambulance Service Assistant Chief Doug Herrman said Wednesday that the department is preparing to begin basic emergency medical technician certification classes in August. Herrman, a 10-year EMT, said that the department is certified by the state to operate two ambulances at any given time and that in many cases three EMTs are needed for each ambulance ... Currently only 23 volunteer EMTs are providing services to the department. (Pekin Times, IL)
Cyclist recounts finding bear mauling victim Jul 1, 2008
" He tried to dial 911, but the keypad was locked. He couldn t unlock it. Somewhere in wrestling with the phone, he said, he finally realized was Petra a South High student and an accomplished junior rider on the Kaladi-Subway Cycling Team. Basinger asked her to unlock the phone. He put her feet up to help against shock, cradled her head and dialed 911. He got a recorded message that the phone couldn t connect to the number. "I had to have her unlock the phone a second time," he said. When the... (Anchorage Daily News)
Victims Of Deadly Head On Collision Identified Jul 1, 2008
My friend is a fire fighter and an EMT, I am a first responder for ARC. We were one of the first on the sceen. My friend checked everyone out while I sat with Tonya and made sure she continued to breath until further help arrived. (KWTX.com, TX)
County, hospital settle in jail death case Jun 29, 2008
The family of Mary Terese Green had sued Julie Centner and Ann Herman, nurses who treated Green at the Campbell County jail, and Denny Bohne, an EMT who examined Green before she was taken to jail ... But District Judge Dan R. Price II granted a motion for partial summary judgment on April 2, exonerating everyone but the nurses and EMT. In doing so, Price ruled that several of the defendants couldnt be held liable for Greens death. (Gillette News-Record, WY)
Rich Klauber is the year's final Student of the Month Jun 28, 2008
Having already spent time an the Emergency Medical Service field as a trained EMT, Klauber plans on studying nursing while at Quinippiac. After all, he said, it's something that he's been routinely exposed to over the years as his mother is a nurse. (Thomaston Express, CT)
County holds regular meeting Jun 28, 2008
Richard Lee, of Upson Regional Medical Center EMS, gave the monthly EMS report saying, "We had a record amount of calls for the month of May. Over 460 calls came in, the highest number in the past four years. Our no transport rate is doing very well at 8.6 percent, we continue to strive for 10 percent. Our response time, 6.8 minutes, is better than the national average of 8.9 minutes.Lee, along with Commissioner Sandra Trice extended congratulations to Martha Ann McCarty. McCarty was chosen as... (Thomaston Times, GA)
South Sioux's first two paid EMTs on the job Jun 27, 2008
Both men were already active volunteer members of the department and held Nebraska EMT and Firefighter I certifications ... "The main intent of (hiring EMTs) was to get two people at a call right out of the gate," Fire Chief Denis Campbell said ... The EMTs earn between 504 and 600 a week, plus city benefits, with opportunities to earn overtime for required training and night-time meetings, according to City Administrator Lance Hedquist. (Sioux City Journal, IO)
Chivalry isn't dead Jun 27, 2008
They quickly, in sync, figured out how to help me with no experience and no EMT training. Once they reached the hospital, Collins told the two friends that they didn t have to stay with her, but much to her surprise, they didn t leave her side. (Gaylord Herald Times, MI)
