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Mutual Aid EMS Clinicians Recognized at Allegheny Health Network Trauma Symposium

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Monday, April 8, 2024
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Three personnel from Mutual Aid Ambulance Service, Inc., the largest ambulance service in Westmoreland County, Pennsylvania, were recognized at the 10th Annual Allegheny Health Network (AHN) Trauma Symposium.

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  • Three personnel from Mutual Aid Ambulance Service, Inc., the largest ambulance service in Westmoreland County, Pennsylvania, were recognized at the 10th Annual Allegheny Health Network (AHN) Trauma Symposium.
  • On March 6th, 2024 District Chief Benjamin Tingle, Paramedic Nathaniel Zanoni, and EMT Richard DeForrest were presented with challenge coins for their actions caring for a critically injured patient.
  • The three were honored for their efforts on a recent emergency call involving a gunshot victim.
  • Mutual Aid Ambulance Service employs over 280 licensed and certified personnel who receive advanced training and are required to maintain good standing with the National Registry of Emergency Medical Technicians.

Stephanie Carman Joins Underscore Marketing as SVP Client Services; Tiffany Marg Joins Strategy Team

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Tuesday, April 9, 2024
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View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20240408262170/en/

Key Points: 
  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20240408262170/en/
    Tiffany Marg & Steph Carman (Photo: Business Wire)
    Tiffany has over 20 years of experience in pharmaceutical marketing, building brands and executing campaigns.
  • In her previous role as SVP of Client Services, Tiffany was dedicated to building a first-class service team for Underscore’s clients, ensuring alignment between their ongoing business needs and goals and the execution of Underscore’s strategy and solutions.
  • Tiffany stated, “I am proud of the team we’ve built to lead our client engagements at Underscore and am excited for this next opportunity.
  • I originally came to Underscore because I was passionate about ensuring alignment between clients’ business objectives, brand and creative strategy, and media engagement strategy.

Choice Broadband and Tarana Partner to Narrow Navajo Nation’s Digital Divide

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Wednesday, March 27, 2024
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Choice Broadband, the wireless broadband branch of the Navajo Tribal Utility Authority, and Tarana, creator of next-generation fixed wireless access (ngFWA) technology, have officially launched a new ngFWA broadband network in Tohatchi, New Mexico.

Key Points: 
  • Choice Broadband, the wireless broadband branch of the Navajo Tribal Utility Authority, and Tarana, creator of next-generation fixed wireless access (ngFWA) technology, have officially launched a new ngFWA broadband network in Tohatchi, New Mexico.
  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20240327601200/en/
    Choice Broadband and Tarana have officially launched a new ngFWA broadband network in Tohatchi, New Mexico.
  • In fact, Choice Broadband was able to expand their coverage footprint to nearly 400 previously unreachable locations with ngFWA.
  • Basil Alwan, Tarana CEO, added, “We are so proud to be partnering with Choice Broadband.

The EBA consults on Guidelines on redemption plans under the Markets in Crypto-Assets Regulation

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Tuesday, April 2, 2024
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The EBA consults on Guidelines on redemption plans under the Markets in Crypto-Assets Regulation

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  • The EBA consults on Guidelines on redemption plans under the Markets in Crypto-Assets Regulation
    The European Banking Authority (EBA) today launched a consultation on the Guidelines for the plans to orderly redeem asset-referenced or e-money tokens in the event that the issuer fails to fulfil its obligations under the Markets in Crypto assets Regulation (MiCAR).
  • The Guidelines specify the content of the redemption plan, the timeframe for review and the triggers for its implementation.
  • The Guidelines are addressed to issuers of asset-referenced tokens (ART) and of e-money tokens (EMT), and to competent authorities under MiCAR.
  • Legal basis
    The EBA has developed the draft Guidelines on redemption plans based on the mandate set out in Article 47(5) of MiCAR.

GREAT AMERICAN MEDIA PROUDLY PRESENTS THE WORLDWIDE PREMIERE OF 'COUNTY RESCUE'

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Tuesday, February 13, 2024
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NEW YORK, Feb. 13, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Great American Media proudly announces its first Original Series, "County Rescue," the much-anticipated faith and family action drama about EMTs and paramedics in personal and professional extremes, will make its worldwide debut on the company's streaming platform, Great American Pure Flix beginning Friday, February 23 and feature new episodes every Friday for the series' first season of five episodes. Great American Family, the company's premiere flagship linear network premieres episode one on Monday, February 26 (8 p.m. ET/PT), and will premiere a new episode every Monday for the five-week first season run. "County Rescue" tells the story of one EMT unit whose medical team saves lives while guiding themselves and each other through journeys of love, hope and faith. The series features a remarkable ensemble cast led by Julia Reilly and Riley Hough alongside co-stars Percy Bell, Kristin Wollett, Brett Varvel, Stacey Patino, Tim Ross, Keller Fornes, Angel Luis, and Curtia Torbert. Music star Colton Dixon also guest stars.

Key Points: 
  • Great American Family, the company's premiere flagship linear network premieres episode one on Monday, February 26 (8 p.m. ET/PT), and will premiere a new episode every Monday for the five-week first season run.
  • These are the everyday heroes who make communities across America great," said Bill Abbott, President & CEO, Great American Media.
  • "The series is about discovering oneself and who we are each meant to be while working alongside those who care about us.
  • As Duke tells the team he is going on leave to get help, Chief Scotty also has news.

FIRST RESPONDERS IN NEW HAMPSHIRE VOTE UNANIMOUSLY TO JOIN TEAMSTERS

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Thursday, January 25, 2024
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SWANZEY, N.H., Jan. 25, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Emergency medical service workers in Cheshire County have voted unanimously to join Teamsters Local 633 in Manchester. These 30 workers serve as emergency medical technicians (EMT) and paramedics.

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  • SWANZEY, N.H., Jan. 25, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Emergency medical service workers in Cheshire County have voted unanimously to join Teamsters Local 633 in Manchester.
  • "Cheshire County is the first county-run EMS facility in New England, and now they are the first unionized county-run facility in New England.
  • "We are excited to join the Teamsters," said John Williams, an EMT at Cheshire County EMS.
  • Chartered in 1934, Teamsters Local 633 represents more than 5,200 workers in New Hampshire in several different sectors.

Darby Starr Joins Unitek Learning as the New EMT Program Director

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Tuesday, January 23, 2024
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TEMPE, Ariz., Jan. 23, 2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- In January 2024, Unitek Learning started the year with an exciting addition to their team. Darby Starr joined Unitek as the new Program Director of their renowned EMT Boot Camp. In this role, Darby will equip Unitek EMT students with critical skills to act quickly and effectively in various emergencies. Aspiring EMTs will have the opportunity to enhance their education and make an impact during emergencies.

Key Points: 
  • Darby Starr joined Unitek as the new Program Director of their renowned EMT Boot Camp .
  • In this role, Darby will equip Unitek EMT students with critical skills to act quickly and effectively in various emergencies.
  • "At Unitek EMT and Unitek Learning, we are committed to our students and the community we serve," said Darby Starr, Director of the EMT Program.
  • Unitek Learning is the parent company of several distinguished learning institutions: Unitek College, Unitek EMT, Unitek Training Healthcare, Eagle Gate College, Provo College, and Brookline College.

Embark on a Nursing Career in the New Year: Keys to Success in Nursing School

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Wednesday, January 17, 2024
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FORT MYERS, Fla., Jan. 17, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- As we begin a new year, aspiring healthcare professionals may be considering embarking on a nursing career. There is a critical need for skilled nurses in the United States, underscoring why now is the time for people passionate about helping others to consider pursuing their nursing degree in 2024. 

Key Points: 
  • Silva knows firsthand what it's like being a nursing student as well as working as a nurse.
  • Once enrolled in nursing school, Silva shares the following tips for success:
    Success in nursing school requires effective time management.
  • Take advantage of the resources provided by the nursing school, including study groups, library and learning services, and clinical experiences.
  • Prospective nursing students are encouraged to reflect on these tips as they embark on their educational journey in the new year.

Avel eCare EMS Telemedicine Leaders Honored with South Dakota Governor's Award for Heroism

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Tuesday, January 16, 2024
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SIOUX FALLS, S.D., Jan. 16, 2024  /PRNewswire/ --  Avel eCare board certified emergency physician Dr. Katie DeJong and registered nurse Casie Hunter were among those honored during South Dakota Governor Kristi Noem's State of the State address on January 9, 2024. The Avel telemedicine leaders, along with Ed Konechne, an EMT with Kimball, SD Fire and Ambulance, received the Governor's Award for Heroism after helping to save the life of a rancher who was critically injured in a bison attack. The state's first-of-its-kind Telemedicine in Motion program helped make the rescue possible.

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  • "We're using telemedicine to connect physicians, nurses, and paramedics with the EMS personnel that are in the field.
  • We work with our partners at Avel eCare to do it, and there's nothing else like it in the country," said South Dakota Governor Kristi Noem as she spoke to legislators during the address.
  • The South Dakota Department of Health partnered with Avel eCare to launch Telemedicine in Motion in late 2022 using $2.7 million in state general funds and federal pandemic relief money.
  • He used Avel's EMS telemedicine system to connect with Katie DeJong, an emergency medicine physician at Avel eCare's telehealth center.

Do No Harm Sues National Association of Emergency Medical Technicians For Engaging In Racial Discrimination

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Wednesday, January 10, 2024
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RICHMOND, Va., Jan. 10, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Today, Do No Harm filed a lawsuit against the discriminatory "diversity scholarship" offered by the National Association of Emergency Medical Technicians (NAEMT), which excludes white students from being considered.

Key Points: 
  • RICHMOND, Va., Jan. 10, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Today, Do No Harm filed a lawsuit against the discriminatory "diversity scholarship" offered by the National Association of Emergency Medical Technicians (NAEMT), which excludes white students from being considered.
  • According to the lawsuit, this scholarship offered by NAEMT is illegal under several federal laws, including 42 U.S.C.
  • Section 1981, which "protects the equal rights of all persons … to make and enforce contracts without respect to race."
  • "The National Association of Emergency Medical Technicians is given the important responsibility of training America's first responders," said Dr. Stanley Goldfarb, Chairman of Do No Harm.