Emergency Medical

There is an increasing acknowledgement of the necessity of CBRNE response capability. [node:read-more:link]

The mind is a powerful training tool for those working in crisis response. Repetitive training creates the ‘muscle memory’ essential for the automatic responses required in high pressure situations to carry out motions flawlessly, expeditiously and, ultimately, unconsciously. [node:read-more:link]

Despite all the successes, often driven by the practitioner community, a great deal remains to be accomplished. Two issues that continue to face major hurdles, are the use of 700 MHz broadband for mission critical public safety data and a national level vision and strategy for Next Generation 9-1-1. [node:read-more:link]

Public health in Canada is a shared responsibility between all three levels of government in collaboration with the private sector, non-government organizations, health professionals and the public. At its outset, the challenge of the H1N1 bird flu epidemic was well handled under the guidance of its highly-respected Dr. David Butler-Jones, Canada's first Chief Public Health Officer. [node:read-more:link]

An in depth look at the Shock and Trauma Air Rescue Service (STARS) detailing the benefits of it's service and the support needed to continue the service. [node:read-more:link]

FrontLine’s Executive Editor, Clive Addy, recently took the opportunity to speak with Dwayne Forsman, the Chief Administrative Officer of the Paramedic Association of Canada and Greg Forsyth, Superintendent Special operations of the Ottawa Paramedic Service some questions about the evolution of their profession. [node:read-more:link]

There is an urgent need for new solutions to improve the safety and security of humanitarian healthcare workers deployed in the field. [node:read-more:link]

The emergency service landscape has changed dramatically, becoming increasingly more intricate and demanding. Responders continue to embed technology into operations to help deal with the dynamic changing environment we serve, but is it enough? [node:read-more:link]

The ever increasing threat of bio-terrorism has led to modernizing the way we prepare for a potential outbreak. What are the implications for First-Responders? [node:read-more:link]

As a matter of public safety, government agencies should establish and, most importantly, enforce security standards for medical device technologies.  [node:read-more:link]

Emergency professionals tap into deep strengths daily when performing their duty, but What makes a leader? Leadership is defined by results, not attributes. It is a leader's ability to influence others that is most important.  [node:read-more:link]

When disaster overwhelms a Canadian community’s medical resources, a federal program called the National Emergency Strategic Stockpile (NESS) delivers fast relief.  [node:read-more:link]

Being exposed to ­traumatic situations almost daily, increases the prevalence of mental health issues and associated sleep disorders for those on the front line. [node:read-more:link]