EMS Coordinator Mike McEvoy, Ph.D., NRP, RN, CCRN
NYSAFC EMS Committee
CDC Issues EMS Report
In a somwehat surprising move that may reflect growing federal concern about the condition of EMS in the U.S., the CDC recently issued a report examining several California EMS systems, their widely variable funding, and associated widely different patient outcomes. While a "left coast" study, the CDC notes it likely reflects national trends. Access the study here.
Podcast on Promoting the Long-Term Viability of EMS in NYS
The New York State Association of Counties and New York State Volunteer Ambulance & Rescue Association recently did a Capitol Pressroom podcast on long-term viability of EMS, including the newly signed Treatment in Place and Transport to Alternate Destination (TIP/TAD) legislation. You can listen or download the podcast here.
New York State Association of Fire Chiefs