4/25/09

Special Report
Best Practices for EMS Agencies Identified by EMS Chiefs of Canada: Flu Outbreaks in Mexico Linked to Canada and the United States

Swine Flu
Swine Flu Could Cause Pandemic, WHO Says
Swine Flu, Mexico Lung Illness Heighten Pandemic Risk
Swine-flu deaths arouse global fear
Mexico Races to Stop Deadly Flu Virus
Flu strain fuels alarm
Possible Swine Flu Outbreak At NYC Prep School
CDC says too late to contain U.S. flu outbreak

America
New Details Emerge in Alleged EMT Test Cheating - Washington DC
Largo leaders say no to proposed EMS cuts - Florida
Arizona leading way in use of new CPR - Arizona
Saving lives and money after switching to a private ambulance service - Maine
Rescue 20 achieves paramedic level - North Carolina

Canada
Emergency response policy needs clarity: officials - Canada

Human Interest
Paramedic who conquered own heart condition revives cardiac patient - Florida
Former longtime chief molded Libertyville Fire Department - Illinois
"Andy's Amazing Ambulance Ride" Thrills Kids, Combines Safety Education With Interactive Fun - Ohio

Awards-Honors
Jared Apperson named a Star of Life -California