EMS

Ambulance Whole Blood Transfusions Save 16 Lives First Year

A program providing comprehensive life-saving care in West Virginia’s ambulances is expanding to more counties.

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First Responders, Mental Health Experts Gather In Charleston For Crisis Intervention Team Training

Attendees at Charleston’s Summit will spend the next three days learning from CIT-certified law enforcement officers and behavioral health professionals about improved communication methods, identifying mental health resources for those in crisis and ensuring officer and community safety.

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State Officials Announce New Protocols For EMS

A new state protocol allows emergency medical services to render aid at home in eligible cases, reducing emergency room crowding.

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New Laws Benefit Some EMS Issues, Ignore Budget Requests

Several new state laws are meant to help the state’s understaffed Emergency Medical Services. But maintaining statewide EMS operations remains a challenge.

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