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First hearing held on Wethersfield's proposed EMS service change
The first hearing was held today as the town of Wethersfield pursues changing EMS providers.
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Hunter's Ambulance EMS workers talk of possible strike amid contract negotiations
EMS workers at Hunter’s Ambulance say their negotiations for a contract are stalled. There’s even talk of preparing for a potential strike of EMTs and paramedics.
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Lawmakers, Advocates Push for Legislation to Improve CT Emergency Medical System
Some state lawmakers and medical professionals are pushing for legislation that would improve Connecticut’s emergency medical system. Senate Democrats brought proposed reforms before the Public Health Committee Monday. They say a shortage of EMTs and paramedics is leading to slow response times in parts of the state and burnout for workers. “One thing that we use for sure on...
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Lawmakers, Advocates Push for Legislation to Improve CT Emergency Medical System
The advocates want to address an EMS worker shortage they say leads to delayed response times.
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Lawmakers, Advocates to Push for Legislation to Address EMS Worker Shortage
On Monday, state lawmakers, medical professionals, and advocates will be sounding off on the shortage of EMS workers in Connecticut.
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Lawmakers, Advocates to Push for Legislation to Address EMS Worker Shortage
On Monday, state lawmakers, medical professionals, and advocates will be sounding off on the shortage of EMS workers in Connecticut. They are holding a press conference at 12:15 p.m. at the Legislative Office Building in Hartford before the Public Health Committee Meeting starts at 1 p.m. A big concern is that the lack of EMTs and paramedics is creating “EMS…
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Keeping Full-Time EMS Service in Woodstock a Challenge for Town Budget
The town of Woodstock is discussing whether there’s room in the budget to continue 24/7 EMS services. The volunteer fire department said the funding won’t be there after June.
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Keeping Full-Time EMS Service in Woodstock a Challenge for Town Budget
The town of Woodstock is discussing whether there’s room in the budget to continue 24/7 EMS services. The volunteer fire department said the funding won’t be there after June. The future of full-time EMS service is in the hands of the Woodstock town budget. Neighbors packed the meeting room where town officials held a public forum to figure out...