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March roundup of the EMS blogging world

‘I am a paramedic working for an emergency ambulance service. I have been working as a paramedic as my full time occupation for more than ten years and I still love my job. Sure, there are things I do...

Polytrauma: a case report

Although the patient's airway is patent on arrival, it is important to anticipate difficulties should the patient's condition deteriorate. A patient that is supine on a backboard is vulnerable should...

A case of heat-related illness

This case highlighted the danger of heat-related illnesses that are often overlooked. He could be considered as fortunate because he was noticed trapped inside the car by a passer-by early enough to...