Iron Chef tickets still available Nov 8, 2009
The competition promises to be keen and the auction items should raise needed funds for our GED, literacy, English, nurse aide, and EMT classes. . (Carlisle Sentinel, PA)
A look at Rexburg's new mayor Nov 7, 2009
As part of his previous community service, Woodland lists time spent as a reserve police officer in Nevada, an EMT in Utah and a firefighter in Rexburg. He said Rexburg has excellent police and emergency services, and his past experience in those areas will help him better work with those departments. (Rexburg Standard Journal, ID)
After immigrant killed in NY, others tell of abuse Nov 7, 2009
The volunteer EMT said some are even afraid to call for a doctor when they're sick. "They don't want to call 911," he said. (Anchorage Daily News)
Georgetown firefighter Robert Palardy certified as State EMT Nov 5, 2009
The addition of Palardy to the roster brings the Fire Department s ranks to 22 EMTs or about 65 percent of the total firefighting staff ... Oftentimes the EMT classes meet several times a week in the evenings and as much as one or two Saturdays a month ... During these classes EMT candidates receive the latest and most up to date instruction on a variety of life saving skills and medical emergency protocols. (Georgetown Record, MA)
Obits: Miles, Bender, Eye, Elsen, Stevens Nov 5, 2009
While she lived in Britton she was active in the First Lutheran Church, the V.F.W. Post and was a volunteer EMT for the Britton Ambulance. In 1987, they moved to Syracuse, KS and shortly thereafter to Holly, CO. In Holly, Valera owned and operated the Crazy Horse Bar and Val's Pilot Car business while Marvin continued his trucking business. (Marshall County Journal, SD)
2010 Lawrence royalty crowned Nov 3, 2009
Search The Courier Leader. Tuesday, November 03, 2009. (Paw Paw Courier Leader, MI)
Alleged stabber turns himself in to police Oct 31, 2009
Hudson Officer Nicolas Pierro and a Greenport EMT check the stab wounds of an unidentified victim Friday on the 200 block of State Street in Hudson. Police are currently investigating the incident. (Hudson Register Star, NY)
Volunteer crew spreads hope via boat Oct 29, 2009
He has EMT training and someday hopes to be a pediatrician. "Most of us are 23 or 24, right around that age," said the boyish 27-year-old. (CNN)
Balloon Boy baffles the nation Oct 29, 2009
EMT and public officials quickly searched the balloon and the surrounding area only to find that the boy was never in the balloon at all. Falcon Heene in an interview later admitted to hiding in the attic the whole time because, "we did this for the show." Those simple words seemed to have brought everything crashing down on Richard Heene; they brought about 4 criminal charges, 2 of which are felonies, and ended the relief and joy that many Americans were feeling for this family. (The Seahawk, NC)
EMS Levy would maintain UC ambulance service Oct 29, 2009
The Hospital District staffs one full-time, 24 hours a day seven days a week with both and an EMT and paramedic. A paramedic and EMT also staff a second ambulance 12 hours a day seven days a week. (Ellensburg Daily Record, WA)
Mapping the Link Between Alcohol, Cancer Oct 29, 2009
A new study, published online in advance of the January 2010 issue of the journal Alcoholism: Clinical imental Research, says that a pathway known as the epithelial-mesenchymal transition (EMT) could play a role in the process in which cancer cells affected by alcohol grow and spread ... "We also suspect an association with cancers of the pancreas and lung. However, the mechanisms by which alcohol increases the risk for these cancers have not been established. EMT is an active area of cancer... (MEDLINEplus)
Here karmas the bride Oct 25, 2009
One of the activities that I threw myself into was becoming a volunteer EMT in my local fire department, and that s where I found the best thing that ever happened to me. He is a firefighter and has worked with me for the past six years. (New York Post -- Entertainment)
Letter to the Editor: Timely action saves life Oct 24, 2009
Our high school building trades teacher, Tom Sensabaugh, who is certified as an EMT basic, heard the school s call for 9-1-1 assistance ... Upon their arrival, the EMT s immediately prepared this student for transport. (Gaylord Herald Times, MI)
Scientists Identify Specific Markers That Trigger Aggressiveness Of Liver Cancer Oct 24, 2009
The study, funded in part by a grant from the National Science Council, is the first to provide a comprehensive profile of multiple Epithelial-Mesenchymal Transition (EMT) markers and to demonstrate that Snail and Twist, but not Slug, are the major inducers of EMT in HCC. Results of the study are published in the November issue of Hepatology, a journal of the American Association for the Study of Liver Diseases. EMT is critical in the development of invasiveness and metastatic potential of human... (Science Daily)
TSX Venture Exchange Daily Bulletins for October 20, 2009 Oct 21, 2009
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Police: Crash caused by health problem Oct 21, 2009
A witness and an EMT pulled Tillman out of the vehicle and to shore, and the EMT attempted CPR.. PLEASE NOTE. (Chippewa Falls Chippewa Herald, WI)
Captain Rescued Near Galveston Oct 21, 2009
Crews delivered pumps to get the water off the boat, and EMT treated the captain for his injuries. They also returned Lucky Lady back to the Galveston Yacht Basin. (Click2Houston, TX)
Robin Sage Jury Hears Eyewitness Oct 21, 2009
He was joined shortly by an EMT, Deborah Stout ... Phelps spoke, saying "mission" and "recon" as she worked to stabilize his condition, fasten him to a board and -- with help from Hussey and EMT Jason Dillon -- load him in a Robbins Rescue Squad vehicle for transportation to Moore Regional Hospital. (The Pilot Newspaper)
Cop training key to survival Oct 20, 2009
In the ambulance, Ruth, a former EMT, did his own suction of blood from the wounds. I think the whole idea of staying calm in an emergency is advantageous, he said, adding that he could better explain the care he needed with a clear head. (Cody Enterprise, WY)
Child Hit By Truck Near Home Oct 19, 2009
EMT crews, the McLennan County Sheriff's deputies, the Department of Public Safety, and the Elm Mott Volunteer Fire Department responded to the 911 call off of Johnson Road at about 6:30 p.m.. Neighbors living nearby say the mother of the child, between ages 5 and 8 years old, brought the boy inside while waiting for help. (KWTX.com, TX)
NASCAR seeks recruits at JCSU Oct 18, 2009
During a discussion about job opportunities in the sport, Phillips, a former firefighter and EMT, said he doesn't care much for racing. He never has. (News & Observer -- Sports)
Central City dropping quick response service in Shade Oct 16, 2009
It is the only service the fire department provided to Shade Township after the parties failed to reach an agreement on a fire coverage contract the township offered around 17,000 while the fire department requested 26,000 annually (Somerset Daily American, PA)
Defense rests in John Travolta extortion trial Oct 16, 2009
EMT testifies about why he gave conflicting reports about his role in case. Slideshow. (MSNBC -- News)
Mid-Mo amends budget, discusses dog bite Oct 15, 2009
The dog bite was occurred when a patient's dog attacked and bit an EMT as the patient was being transported. The bill for treatment of the dog bite at Capital Region Medical Center amounted to 364. (California Democrat, MO)
EMS worker suffering from swine flu Oct 14, 2009
"We will continue to implement the safety protocols already in place to ensure that every firefighter, EMT and paramedic who responds to a citizen is free of illness.". Earlier this year Deerfield Township Fire Rescue Department reviewed and implemented H1N1 virus infection precautions as mandated by the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS), the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) and the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). (FOX19.com, OH)
Paid ambulance service looms as bottom line shifts Oct 13, 2009
Six of the 18 students enrolled in the current EMT class are our recruits. Although many of these are from outside the area they have expressed a willingness to serve here. (Catskill Daily Mail, NY)
Focus On Schools: Terrell High School (3) Oct 12, 2009
In the health science course, we hired a former EMT and it will all be introduction coursework this year, Schultz said. The students who take it a second year will actually get a chance to work in hospitals and clinics. (Terrell Tribune, TX)
Boats float down river to kick off renewal initiative Oct 12, 2009
An EMT clipped the protruding hook from the bird s mouth and Schultz helped it out of the kayak. Information for initiative events scheduled through the year can be found at http://www. (The Daily Targum, NJ)
Working in emergency medical service can be chaotic Oct 12, 2009
He is talking about his three jobs a full time paramedic for Meyersdale Ambulance, a part time paramedic for Berlin Ambulance and a part time dispatcher for Somerset s 911 dispatch center (Somerset Daily American, PA)
An EMT's view: Health care needs fixing, but not by the D.C. crew Oct 12, 2009
As a volunteer EMT, I'm exposed to folks who are in need of medical care ... Even volunteer basic EMTs have the responsibility to render care to the best of their ability. (Fredericksburg.com, VA)
COLUMN: Fundraising that warms the heart Oct 9, 2009
Future expenditures for funds raised through Hearts at Play include the upgrade of the existing AEDs at the schools, with the goal of making them compatible with the town s police and EMT units. Reaching out to help families struggling with the trials and tribulations of coping with a CHD is extremely important as well, so some of the funds raised are donated directly to those families, especially families who must endure lengthy hospital stays. (Easton Journal, MA)
Border Patrol incidents stack up Oct 8, 2009
A Border Patrol EMT was dispatched to the scene, where the man admitted to being an illegal immigrant from Mexico and said he was experiencing abdominal pain, cramping, nausea and vomiting. He was taken to a hospital. (Green Valley News & Sun, AZ)
EMS group looks to help on campus Oct 8, 2009
If students have a bloody nose or other minor medical infraction, operational members of the group, who are all EMT (Emergency Medical Technicians)-Basics certified in Massachusetts, will provide free care ... "They are the primary officers on scene. They are all EMTs and they will be in control of the situation." Shapiro-Shellaby said the group is working to become larger and more recognized on campus ... He cited a statistic from the National Collegiate Emergency Medical Services Foundation... (Northeastern News, MA)
Cle Elum couple travels to Colombia to train South American firefighters Oct 7, 2009
Rhiannon, who has EMT training, is now a clinic assistant at the Cle Elum Family Medicine Center. Her husband, Mark, is a paramedic employed as operations manager for Upper Kittitas County Medic 1. (Ellensburg Daily Record, WA)
No disciplinary action for officers Oct 7, 2009
The officers, including seven full-time and five part-time reserve officers, were relieved of additional discipline because they sought EMT training on their own initiative when they realized the training that was supposed to be held at the Hamilton Police Department that they signed attendance rosters for would never be held ... At no point were any of the 12 officers ever operating without their EMT certifications. (Hamilton Wenham Chronicle, MA)
•Hearts and darts: Oct. 6, 2009 Oct 6, 2009
Medical and additional emergency services were provided by personnel from the Brown County EMT Association and Columbus Regional Hospital Ambulance Service. Subscribers, to read full story. (The Daily Journal)
Carrollton man charged with murder of father Oct 4, 2009
Carrollton EMT transported Siyyaddh, reported to be in his early 50s, to Medical Center of Plano, where he later died. Siyyaddhs son, Mohammed, was charged with murder. (McKinney Courier-Gazette, TX)
EMS crews deal with daily dangers Oct 4, 2009
There are a lot of hidden dangers in EMS, said Shawn Ware, paramedic coordinator for the Somerset Area Ambulance Association (Somerset Daily American, PA)
Vt. Soldier Killed in Texas Crash Oct 3, 2009
He graduated with honors from Norwich University in 2006 and worked as an EMT with the Bridport Fire Department. Capt. Yustin served a year in Iraq and had been assigned to Fort Hood in Texas since 2008. (WCAX.com, VT)
Lawsuit Filed Over Killeen Police Fitness Standards Sep 30, 2009
They need to enforce the same kind of pt standards in cove for all public service departments like police, fire and emt. Have you seen the fire chief. (KWTX.com, TX)
Ambulance finally has a place to call home Sep 30, 2009
Two paramedics or a paramedic and an EMT are on duty at the new station 24 hours a day, seven days a week ... Bay Cities has about three dozen paramedics and EMTs that work in its assigned service area, which runs from Lakeside to the Coos/Curry county line to the south, and inland to the border with Coquilles assigned service area. (Coos Bay-North Bend The World, OR)
Seniors hear about H1N1 Sep 30, 2009
On Thursday Joyce Noles, EMT Supervisor for West Tennessee Healthcare, spoke to the senior citizens at the Benton County Senior Center regarding the H1N1 flu. According to Noles, H1N1 feels like the regular seasonal flu with fever, cough, headache, joint pain, and chills. (Camden Chronicle, TN)
'Trauma' good fun only for S.F. locals Sep 30, 2009
Kevin Rankin is "edgy EMT" Tyler Briggs, Taylor Kinney is "rookie EMT" Glenn Morris. And rounding out the cast is Jamey Sheridan ("Law : Criminal Intent") as "mentor Dr. Joe Saviano.". (San Francisco Chronicle -- Entertainment)
Letters to the editor (9/25/09) Sep 25, 2009
I was appalled when I read Mark Flaker's letter regarding his belief that firefighters and EMTs are wasting money when they use the ladder truck and EMT vehicles to go 00004000 to Carrs, Costco, etc ... If the firefighters and EMTs get a call while they are shopping they immediately drop everything, get in their waiting vehicle, turn on the sirens and high-tail it to the emergency site ... The firefighters, EMTs, troopers and police put their lives on the line every day so that Mr. Flaker,... (Anchorage Daily News)
Georgetown Fire Department announces newest EMTs Sep 25, 2009
The EMT certification process is a lengthy process that begins with classroom and practical sessions that meet a minimum of two evenings a week and often times on weekends. Throughout their training EMT training candidates are given exams on the topics they are learning and are required to successfully complete the classroom training before moving on to the certification exam ... The EMT certification exam is given in two parts on two different occasions. (Georgetown Record, MA)
Public records for Sept. 23, 2009 Sep 24, 2009
Hannah Kay Hall, 20, Port Orange, grand theft auto; Justin Lamar Johnson, 19, DeLand, violation of probation; Dontrell T. Sloan, 26, DeLand, violation of probation; Michael D. Williams, 34, DeLand, robbery by sudden snatching, forgery; Bryan Keith Douglas, 41, DeLand, violation of condition; Leon Arthur Smith, 44, Daytona Beach, violation of probation; Dartan Levon Williamson, 36, Daytona Beach, robbery with a deadly weapon (2), armed robbery, robbery with a firearm, robbery (2); Thaddeus... (Daytona Beach News Journal -- Local)
Lawyer: Boston incident could be linked to Abington shooting Sep 24, 2009
The release on the incident states, On Saturday, April 11, at approximately 1:45 a.m officers arrested Paul Brinkman, 36, of Hanover on the charges of assault and battery on a police officer with injuries, assault and battery on an EMT (two counts) and resisting arrest ... Williams, a Boston EMT, is accused of shooting two people Paul Brinkman and John Brinkman after an altercation last weekend in Abington ... While being cared for, the male subject kicked, punched and spit on EMT s and... (Abington Mariner, MA)
Van-transport program for the elderly, disabled, stuck on 1-1 vote Sep 23, 2009
Wouldnt you rather have firefighters, EMTs and paramedics show up at your house in an ambulance that works rather than an independent contractor show up in a wheelchair-accessible van. Instead of hiring an independent contractor, I could hire another EMT or firefighter, Munoz said. (Nogales International, AZ)
Police officers shouldn't have to do blood draws Sep 23, 2009
I would refuse to give blood except to an EMT, nurse, or doctor. I respect the police and what they do, but I do not think they should have more responsibility or stress put on them. (Fredericksburg.com, VA)
Prosecutor says accused Abington gunman told police, 'I shot them. They gave me no choice' Sep 23, 2009
A Boston EMT is being held without bail, facing charges that he shot and wounded two brothers of his late work partner outside a house party in Abington, then began administering first aid. Rhys Williams, 41, of Dorchester shot John Brinkman, 42, of Quincy in the leg and Paul Brinkman, 36, of Hanover in the chest at about 7:45 a.m. Sunday, Abington Police Chief David Majenski said. (Abington Mariner, MA)
EMT shot, treated brothers, police say Sep 22, 2009
After pulling the trigger, Williams did something his lawyer said points to his innocence: He reached into the trunk of his car, pulled out his orange EMT bag, and gave his victims first aid. According to an Abington police report, Williams told an officer who responded to Bates Street early Sunday: I shot them. (Boston Globe)
Lung Cancer Suppresses MiR-200 To Invade And Spread Sep 20, 2009
This epithelial-to-mesenchymal transition (EMT) is recognized as a crucial step in metastasis, which causes 90 percent of all cancer deaths ... When the team profiled a panel of 40 human lung cancer cell lines that had been characterized on the basis of EMT features (epithelial versus mesenchmyal) and site of origin (primary lung tumor versus metastasis), miR-200 expression was highest in those cells with epithelial features and was the best of more than 700 microRNAs tested as an indicator of... (Science Daily)
Winds of angels Sep 20, 2009
Besides the clinic, Wings of Angels, an IRS registered 501(c)3 nonprofit, has other programs, including building and improving homes, making hot water heaters, and training people to be Emergency Medical Technicians (EMTs) ... Manny Ayala, captain of the Douglas Fire Department, taught the first EMT class in Agua Prieta to some Cruz Roja volunteers last year ... A total of 16 certified EMTs graduated in November of 2008. (Sierra Vista Herald, AZ)
Drill tests preparedness of emergency personnel Sep 20, 2009
EMT and firefighter assist an injured during a disaster drill Saturday, Sept. 19, 2009, at Heyworth High School. The mock disaster was caused by a series of severe storms that rolled through central Illinois (Pantagraph/CARLOS T. MIRANDA). (The Pantagraph newspaper)
SGA asks for ideas Sep 17, 2009
"When students call NUPD for medical help they get police officers who are usually not interested in being an EMT and are more concerned with their job as a police officer," the post by user Abgraber said. "Volunteer students would be excited and willing to provide quality, professional care as they have been trained and licensed to do." Some of the other popular ideas on the site include a meal equivalency plan in which meal plan dollars could be used in on campus eateries like Wendy's and... (Northeastern News, MA)
Five hurt in crash Sep 17, 2009
Edward Riley of St. Joseph Catholic Church holds an umbrella and offers a reassuring pat on a girl's head as they watch EMT/ paramedics tend to the two car accident scene on Rt. 37. (Holbrook Sun, MA)
Letter: Town needs volunteers to help fight flu Sep 15, 2009
Letter: Town needs volunteers to help fight flu - Needham, MA - Brookline TAB. Letter: Town needs volunteers to help fight flu. (Brookline TAB, MA)
Sept. 9 fire log Sep 12, 2009
2:43 EMT Ayer Rd. 87 year old male fell possible broken leg transported to Emerson. 4:16 EMT Mill Rd. 57-year-old female requesting medical evaluation transported to Emerson ... 4:37 EMT Rt 495S @ Rt 2 report of a motor vehicle accident 48 year old female neck and shoulder. (Littleton Independent, MA)
Cairo honors the fallen of 9/11, prayer of peace offered in return Sep 12, 2009
Ernest Armstead (left; top photo) was an EMT at scene on that day in 2001 and shared a scrapbook of photos and articles ... Also on hand was Ernest Armstead who was an EMT in New York City on 9/11/2001 ... Armstead, wearing his EMT uniform, said he had managed to reach the first tower. (Catskill Daily Mail, NY)
Hit and run in Raceland puts bicyclist without insurance in ICU Sep 11, 2009
"And when I saw Deon bleeding from the mouth, the arm, the EMT was already working on him, cutting his pants, trying to get him stable. We went to the hospital. I called his little brother, my daddy and my family all came, gave us support, through this tragedy.". Boudloche has been in the intensive care unit ever since the accident. (WWLTV.com, LA)
Kindness the way to mark 9/11 Sep 11, 2009
Editor's note: Jay S. Winuk, co-founder of , is the brother of Glenn J. Winuk, an attorney and volunteer firefighter and EMT who died in the line of duty when the South Tower of the World Trade Center collapsed on September 11, 2001. This week Glenn was posthumously honored with the 9/11 Heroes Medal of Valor from the United States of America. (CNN -- International)
Barron County Sheriff's Dept. Dispatch Center (Chetek area calls) Sep 10, 2009
7:33 p.m., Chetek restaurant requests EMT for a choking adult. The Heimlich was not working. (Chetek Alert, WI)
Open thread on Obamas health-care speech Sep 10, 2009
Do the EMT s just leave them lay on the pavement until they either recover or die. Don t get me wrong. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Opinion)
Overexpressed protein converts noninvasive breast cancer into invasive disease Sep 9, 2009
This epithelial-to-mesenchymal transition (EMT) is recognized as a crucial step in metastasis, the spread of cancer to distant organs that causes 90 percent of all cancer deaths ... In addition to identifying this key step in EMT, Yu notes the findings also provide. (EurekAlert!)
PATIENT READMISSIONS Sep 9, 2009
Emergency medical technician Cindy Garrett, who was running 911 ambulance calls the day Sclater was readmitted, says that during her seven years as an EMT, she has been called to transport discharged patients to rehab centers who did not appear ready to leave. "Patients are only discharged if the reason they've come to the hospital is under control and no longer putting them at risk. If the patient isn't well enough to go home, I don't send them home," says Young, who oversees hospitalized... (USA Today)
