Tagged: EMS

New Body-Worn Camera Guide for EMS Agencies

Body-worn cameras (BWCs) are not yet in widespread use in EMS nationwide, but interest is growing. Organizations that have employed BWCs have realized significant benefits from BWC use. For example, according to ems.gov, BWCs can: Visually document the patient’s condition and behavior in real-time; Promote EMS practitioner accountability; Capture illegal or...

Expanding Health Care Options for Early Retirees Act

On September 26, 2019, Representative Tom Malinowski (D-NJ) introduced the Expanding Health Care Options for Early Retirees Act, a bill to allow retired first responders to buy into Medicare beginning at age 50. He was joined by lead original cosponsor Representative Harley Rouda (D-CA). Senator Sherrod Brown (D-OH) introduced the...