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Teaching Reduction of Fire Ignitions and Fire Size No Matter the Location
There are three ways to reduce the losses from unwanted fires: reduce ignitions, slow flame spread, and limit size. But fighting fires can get complex. Learn how to teach this challenging topic. -
Star of Hit 1970s Show ‘Emergency!’ Discusses New Documentary on Paramedic Challenges Today on ‘Into the Unknown’ Podcast
“Into the Unknown: The Paramedic’s Journey” is a documentary created by Randy Mantooth, star of “Emergency!” a TV show that changed the landscape of EMS in the United States. -
Are You Teaching Prehospital Blood Transfusion? This Is Why You Should Be.
Exsanguination remains the leading cause of preventable deaths among victims of trauma, with nearly half of those patients dying in the prehospital setting. -
Creating Realistic Pediatric Emergency Simulations: Best Practices for EMS Training
Jennifer Anders, MD, FAAP, outlines her best practices for conducting realistic pediatric emergency simulations to enhance EMS training and improve patient outcomes. -
Why It’s Never Too Early to Get Your EMS Students Prepared for Winter Storms
Winter storms and blizzards can bring unique challenges to a community. It's easy for EMS to be caught off guard. Read on to learn how to begin to prep your staff for the upcoming winter season. -
Advanced Life Support Training: Everything You Need to Know for Improved Paramedic Instruction
Paramedic instructors are key to preparing future EMS professionals. Read on to learn the value of quality ALS training and effective teaching strategies to improve instruction. -
How Peer Support Canines Are Improving Mental Health at the Fire Station
Dogs are increasingly being pressed into action in a behavioral health capacity at fire houses. Learn how paramedic and firefighter Wade Munson met Pax, and how he has developed a behavioral health program at the Orange County (CA) Fire Authority. -
Covid-19, Flu, and RSV: Teaching EMTs and Paramedics to Prepare for the Seasonal Increase in Respiratory Incidents
As the world grapples with a resurgence in Covid, an uptick in flu and the rise of RSV, it's critical to teach EMTs and paramedics how to respond to an increase in respiratory emergencies. -
3 Themes in Education to Explore at the EMS World Expo
The way EMS is taught has changed drastically over the course of the last several years. Read on to learn what's in store for educators this ever-changing industry. -
Expert on Suicide Prevention in the Fire Service: ‘Hope is Truly the Antidote’
Dena Ali, a leading voice on suicide prevention in the fire service, says the conversation should be reframed to include individuals who have struggled with mental health and found a path to recovery.
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Customer Spotlight Q&A: Dr. Mandy Gattis Enhances Her Passion for First Responder Mental Health Through the Mental Health Resilience Officer Course
Dr. Mandy Gattis, Project Coordinator at South Carolina EMS Association, talks about her experience taking the NAEMT Mental Health Resilience Officer course and how it's shaped her expertise and experience in her job.Full story
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Customer Spotlight: St. George Fire Protection District Prepares the Next Generation of EMTs with the PSG EMT Training Solution
Justin Arnone, Chief of Medical Services at St. George Fire Protection District, talks about his organization's success using the PSG EMT 12E training solution and Navigate to train and prepare the next generation of EMTs.Full story
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Recognizing the Symptoms of Hypothermia: What You Need to Know
Hypothermia happens when heat loss occurs faster than heat production and the body’s core temperature falls below 95°F (35°C). One incorrect assumption associated with hypothermia is that it only relates to cold outdoor exposure. Hypothermia can happen any time of year and can even happen indoors on a sunny summer day.Full story
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How to Enhance Your Classroom with the Competency Tracker 2022
Are you providing your students with the latest materials for success? Take a look at some of the most important features in Fisdap's all-new Competency Tracker.Full story
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Medical Director Discusses the Importance of Evidence-Based Content for EMS Recertification
Evidence-based medicine uses the scientific method to organize and apply current data to improve health care decisions. Despite its ubiquitous usage in health care, it is relatively new to prehospital care. Is it time for a change?Full story
