Medix Displays New MSV II Ambulance Model

By Annmarie Atkinson | Apr 30, 2012

Medix Ambulances was excited to display its latest ambulance model – the MSV II – at FDIC earlier this April. David Wood of Medix was kind enough to give us a video tour of some of … Read More

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FDIC 2012 Fallen Brothers Remembered Within Lucas Oil

By Annmarie Atkinson | Apr 20, 2012

(Note: This video is best viewed in Full Screen) The 9/11 Memorial Stair Climb was truly a sight to see. The brotherhood that these men feel when they take to a flight of stairs, whether at … Read More

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5 Reasons to Switch to Web-Based EMS Software

By Annmarie Atkinson | Apr 17, 2012

New technologies are improving the quality of care provided by the emergency medical industry and making administration more effective and less costly for municipal fire departments, EMS units, and privately owned first responder companies. Where they … Read More

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The EMS Bus from EMS Update 2012

By Annmarie Atkinson | Apr 5, 2012

Have you ever seen an EMS bus before? Even if you attended EMS Update 2012, you might have missed the monster of a life saving machine that was designed by Lower Kiski EMS and pieced together … Read More

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5 Tips for Being Successful with Next Year’s AFG Application

By Annmarie Atkinson | Mar 16, 2012

Beginning on December 16th, 2011, fire departments and other first responders began receiving assistance from FEMA’s Assistance to Firefighters Grant (AFG). Thus far, over 1,392 grants have been awarded. The largest grant was given to El … Read More

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EMS Supplies Contest Enlivens 25th Anniversary

By Annmarie Atkinson | Mar 7, 2012

This coming March 17th, Penn Care, Inc. will officially recognize its 25th year in business. That’s 25 years of providing high quality solutions that people were dying to get their hands on (ambulances, IV solution, literally … Read More

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Phil Braun Signature Series Ambulance Unveiled

By Annmarie Atkinson | Mar 2, 2012

Braun Ambulances constantly reinvents themselves. Their latest model, the Phil Braun Signature series, comes equipped with special features that pay homage to their second generation owner Phil Braun. These include a new outside storage compartment, all … Read More

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Howland FD Prospers from Generous Donations

By Annmarie Atkinson | Feb 24, 2012

The women’s auxiliary at Trumbull Memorial Hospital recently presented a check to Chief James Pantalone of the Howland Fire Department for some much needed emergency medical equipment. This donation made it possible for Pantalone and company … Read More

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2011 Braun Chief XL Delivered to Munroe Falls FD

By Annmarie Atkinson | Feb 13, 2012

This past week Darryl Headley delivered a 2011 Braun Chief XL to Munroe Falls Fire Department. The ambulance, which comes with a 2012 Ford F450 chassis, will be used by the 25 emergency responders at the … Read More

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5 Steps to Choosing the Right EMS Software

By Annmarie Atkinson | Feb 10, 2012

Chuck McSweeney, an active participant in EMS with over 25 years experience, took the time to sit down with Penn Care and discuss what he believes are the most important things to keep in mind when … Read More

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Emergency Planning and Management: An Interview with Eric Larson

By Annmarie Atkinson | Feb 7, 2012

Last week I had the opportunity to speak with Eric Larson, a jack-of-all-trades EMT, disaster response guru, and advocate of the MODS and MERC system. Over the past 35 years he has served in the Air … Read More

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Braun Super Chief Delivered to Avon FD

By Annmarie Atkinson | Jan 31, 2012

Darryll Headley of Penn Care recently delivered this beautiful 2011 Braun Super Chief on a Ford F650 XLT to Avon Fire Department. The department, which has been in operation for roughly 80 years, chose this particular … Read More

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