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WILMINGTON, DE — ChristianaCare and Air Methods on December 17 unveiled a next-generation medical helicopter that leaders say will redefine emergency air transport across Delaware and the surrounding region.
First-of-Its-Kind Life-Saving Helicopter Takes Flight in the Northeast Read More
ALTOONA, PA — The Shapiro Administration has announced a new statewide initiative aimed at attracting more Pennsylvanians to careers in emergency medical services (EMS). The program was launched on Thursday …
Join the Fight to Save Lives: Pennsylvania’s Urgent Call for EMS Heroes Read More
HARRISBURG, PA — The Pennsylvania House of Representatives has approved legislation sponsored by State Rep. Chris Pielli, D-Chester, that aims to address critical funding challenges faced by fire and emergency …
Pennsylvania House Approves Legislation to Boost Funding for Fire and EMS Services Read More
HARRISBURG, PA — Legislation introduced by state Rep. Chris Pielli to increase funding opportunities for fire and emergency medical services (EMS) has been approved by the Pennsylvania House Local Government …
Bill to Boost Funding for First Responders Advances in Pennsylvania House Read More
HARRISBURG, PA — The Pennsylvania Office of the State Fire Commissioner (OSFC) announced the recent distribution of more than $37.5 million in grant funding to over 2,500 fire departments and …
ICYMI: Pennsylvania Delivers $37.5M in Lifesaving Funding to Support Firefighters and First Responders Read More
PAOLI, PA — A new Paoli Fire Company Emergency Medical Services substation opened Feb. 3 at the Echo Lake senior living community in Malvern, reducing response times to both Echo …
Paoli Fire Company Opens New EMS Substation at Echo Lake Read More
HARRISBURG, PA — The Department of Health (DOH) has opened grant applications aimed at inspiring high school students to consider careers in EMS. This initiative is critical in addressing the …
Empowering Future Lifesavers: Pennsylvania’s Initiative to Bolster EMS Workforce Read More
DOVER, DE — The Delaware Department of Insurance recently levied penalties totaling $363,570 against Highmark after a lengthy investigation into improper reimbursement practices involving volunteer ambulance services. This action follows …
Highmark Hit with Major Penalties: What Went Wrong with Delaware Ambulance Claims? Read More
MALVERN, PA — New York City Fire Department (FDNY) EMS leaders are set to headline the keynote session at HMP Global’s 2024 EMS World Expo, focusing on the profound lessons …
FDNY EMS Leaders to Share 9/11 Insights at EMS World Expo Read More
WASHINGTON, D.C. — In light of the Supreme Court’s decision in Moyle v. United States, the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) has reiterated hospitals’ legal responsibilities under …
HHS Reinforces Hospitals’ Duty to Provide Emergency Care, Launches Spanish EMTALA Complaint Form Read More