Industry News Archives - Page 11 of 13

Critical Advancements Made in Patient Transportation

A recent article by Shawna Whooley was released titled, “More than just a litter: Advances in patient transport.” As our world continues to advance technologically, so does the equipment for patient transportation, working hard to make ambulance transport smoother and more comfortable for patients.

Health Careers and Pensions

Before starting a career, it’s important to think about the future – Is there room for advancement in this career? What are my retirement plan options? Will I have a pension? These are all important questions that you’ll want to ask yourself before you decide to devote yourself to any career.

Promotional Exam for Fire Departments

Most people pick a career where there is room advancement after a few years. As a firefighter, there are a few ways of promotion: the oldest method which is by popular vote, being selected by the fire chief, chief officers, or a written and/or oral examination.

Legal Refresher for EMS

EMS personnel have legal duties while on the job and it is never too soon to brush up on those responsibilities.

Steps To Lower Your Blood Pressure

Heart disease is the leading cause of death in both men and women. In fact, according to the American Heart Association, heart disease takes the lives of more than 375,000 Americans annually.

The History of CPR

When we think of CPR, we rarely think of how it all came to be. Here you will find information dating back to 1740 and the history of CPR.

CPR App – Lifesaving in Your Pocket

As our world continues to advance technologically, it’s no surprise that there are apps available for download on your smartphone that have been designed to improve cardiac arrest survival rates.

Teaching CPR in Schools: The Next Generation of Lifesavers

Four out of five cardiac arrests occur at home, and failure to act in such an emergency can lead to death. The American Heart Association is looking to decrease the chances of death from cardiac arrest by implementing a program called the CPR in Schools Training Kit.

Non-Valvular Atrial Fibrillation: Guidelines and Evidence Based Practice

The American Heart Association’s Non-valvular Atrial Fibrillation Course is an eLearning course targeted for physicians, nurses, and pharmacists in Cardiology and Electrophysiology.

PA Teen Gives Ump CPR

On June 8, 2015, Mike Brodzinski, a 16-year old from Pennsylvania, was in the middle of a recreation baseball game when he realized that the game’s umpire had collapsed. As a volunteer firefighter, Brodzinski took his training, and put it to use and helped save a life.