A step in the wrong direction: Reducing EMS certification levels

Earlier this week, legislators in New York state began a painful discussion on whether to allow EMS services to reduce the level of certification in its ambulances. This action is in response to the dwindling number of volunteers who respond to calls. Certified first responders would be used instead of requiring a minimum EMT level. This is a major step in the wrong direction. Over the past 50 years ...

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