Gear, Equipment and Uniforms
There’s nothing worse than crouching to lift a patient and hearing that dreaded rrrrip sound. Finding durable, comfortable gear is a pain, but knowing exactly
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The difference between a chaotic call and a controlled one often comes down to what is in your pockets. In EMS, your “Everyday Carry” (EDC)
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You know that feeling when you finally get off shift, take your boots off, and your feet actually feel worse than when you clocked in?
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You know that feeling when the hair stands up on the back of your neck before you even walk through the door? EMS is changing,
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You’re driving down the highway when flashing lights appear in your rearview mirror. Is it a police officer? A firetruck? Or perhaps a volunteer EMT
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Standing in front of your mirror before your first clinical shift or academy day, you might feel a mix of excitement and sheer terror. Did
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Do EMTs need a stethoscope? It’s a question that pops up in almost every single EMT class. You’re staring at the required equipment list, looking
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You’ve seen it on TV: the medic rushes into the scene, a shiny metal badge gleaming on their chest or hanging from a chain. It
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