National Association of Emergency Medical Technicians

09/03/2026

⚠️ Critical safety alert for EMS providers and the public. A defective Chinese replacement air bag inflator has now killed 11 people in the U.S. — including the first fatality in a Chevrolet Equinox. Instead of protecting drivers in a crash, these DTN60DB inflators explode, sending metal fragments into chests, necks, and faces. If you or someone you know owns a used vehicle that has had an air bag deployment since 2020 and was not repaired at a manufacturer's dealership, get it inspected immediately. Do not drive a vehicle with a confirmed DTN60DB inflator. Full details and what to do: https://www.nhtsa.gov/press-releases/banned-chinese-air-bag-inflator-kills-11th-person-us

09/02/2026

This is why tactical emergency medical training matters. 🚨 On August 14, a Military Police Officer in São Paulo, Brazil responded to a domestic violence call where a female victim had multiple stab wounds and life-threatening extremity bleeding. Before EMS arrived, Officer Linnyker de Souza Afonso applied a CAT tourniquet to control the bleeding — skills rooted in the same principles taught in NAEMT's TECC curriculum. The victim survived. This is TECC in action, in the real world, across the globe. 🌎 Watch the coverage: https://buff.ly/XSFFedt

Vítima foi encontrada na sacada do apartamento no centro de São Paulo e recebeu os primeiros socorros ainda ali

08/31/2026

🏆 NAEMT and EMS World are proud to announce the 2026 National EMS Awards of Excellence recipients! From combat medics and community paramedics to educators, medical directors, and volunteer departments — this year's honorees represent the very best our profession has to offer. Congratulations to all 12 recipients, who will be recognized at the NAEMT General Membership Meeting and EMS World Expo Opening Ceremony in Orlando on September 30. Read the full list and their stories: https://news.naemt.org/2026-national-ems-awards-of-excellence-recipients-announced/

08/21/2026

Every student you teach has the potential to impact thousands of patients over the course of their career. That's the ripple effect Michael Kaduce has built his career around. 🌊 From the largest EMT education program in the country to leading Falck's Health Institute and serving on the NAEMT Board, Michael shares what keeps him passionate about EMS education — and where AI and immersive simulation are taking the profession next. Read his full Member Spotlight: https://news.naemt.org/member-spotlight-the-ripple-effect-of-ems-education-with-michael-kaduce/ \

Michael Kaduce, MPS, NRP, is the Director of the Falck Health Institute, where he leads initial education initiatives for Falck, and serves as the West Coast Region Director on the NAEMT Board of Directors. His career spans from EMT and paramedic/firefighter in Iowa to EMS educator at the University...

08/21/2026

🚑 EMS provider safety just got an upgrade. MBrace — the ambulance airbag restraint system — is now available as an option on all new Type I and Type III AEV ambulances, including the attendant seat, CPR seat, and squad bench. The crew in the back deserves the same protection as everyone else on the road. Learn more: https://buff.ly/ncFQdpK

08/20/2026

Supporting EMS takes more than software — it takes real understanding of the work, the people behind it, and the standards they operate under. Ninth Brain combines deep industry expertise, a people‑first mindset, and continuously evolving solutions to help EMS organizations stay compliant, confident, and focused on mission‑critical care. Learn more here: https://buff.ly/aBUKOTJ

08/19/2026

Congress is home for summer recess — and the clock is ticking. 🏛️ An agency visit or ride along is one of the most powerful tools you have as an EMS advocate. Let your representatives see the work firsthand, hear the challenges directly, and understand what's at stake for your community. Get the resources you need to make it happen: https://news.naemt.org/how-to-invite-your-member-of-congress-on-an-ems-ride-along-during-summer-recess/

08/18/2026

Tourniquets save lives, but prolonged application comes with risks. New research published in the Journal of Special Operations Medicine examines the use of Traumagel as an adjunct hemostatic agent, presenting three cases where combination hemorrhage control enabled tourniquet removal without rebleeding. In operational environments where evacuation is delayed, approaches like this could make a critical difference. Worth a read for anyone working in tactical or prehospital care. 🔗 http://news.naemt.org/the-use-of-traumagel-for-hemorrhage-control-and-tourniquet-removal-a-case-series-of-traumatic-extremity-injuries/

Hemorrhage remains the leading cause of preventable death in combat and tactical operations, with exsanguinating hemorrhage accounting for approximately 90% of potentially survivable battlefield fatalities. In operational environments where evacuation to definitive care may be delayed, effective poi...

08/18/2026

Check out this inside look at the Burnsville Fire Department's new Medic 5 ambulance! 🚑 Built by Road Rescue, this custom vehicle is designed for both Fire and EMS duties, featuring advanced tech like the 50,000 BTU Cool-Bar™ and Per4Max® safety seatbelts. A perfect example of innovation in emergency response. https://buff.ly/t9cRhLZ

08/17/2026

Congress is home for summer recess — and that's your opening. 🏛️ Right now, your members of Congress are back in their home districts and available to connect. Inviting them or their staff for an agency visit or ride along is one of the most effective ways to show them exactly what EMS does, the challenges providers face, and why policy support matters. Don't let this window pass. Get our resources and take action: https://news.naemt.org/how-to-invite-your-member-of-congress-on-an-ems-ride-along-during-summer-recess/

Educating your members of Congress about the critical role EMS plays in our communities is essential. One of the most effective ways to do this is to invite your elected representatives or their staff to visit your agency and participate in a ride along.