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NYC's paramedics and EMTs 'continually short-staffed' as emergency call response times grow longer
EMS union leaders say turnover within the agency, due to a combination of stress and inadequate pay, contributes to a loss of expertise and periodic understaffing.
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Caroline Lewis
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FDNY: 1 In 5 Ambulances, Fire Companies Could Be Offline Monday As NYC Workers Fight Vaccine Mandate
Fire Commissioner Daniel A. Nigro is bracing for shortages by canceling vacations and reassigning uniformed employees who typically work desk jobs back into the field.
By
Gwynne Hogan
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NYC Reaches Tentative Deal With FDNY EMS Unions To Raise Pay
The city’s tentative agreement will raise wages for more than 4,500 FDNY employees.
By
Sophia Chang
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Intern Collapses At Quinn Press Conference, Waits 30 Minutes For An Ambulance
The Council Speaker was forced to call Police Commissioner Ray Kelly before an ambulance was eventually sent.
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Lauren Evans
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EMTs Ignored Dying Woman Due To "Protocol, Training And Regulations"
The two EMTs accused of refusing to aid a dying pregnant
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Ben Muessig
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Paramedics Who Saved Shot Teen Call Recovery a "Miracle"
Vada Vasquez During her first interview since taking a stray bullet
By
John Del Signore
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