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National EMS Week ~ May 19 – 25, 2019

May 20, 2019 by Tom Shewbridge Leave a Comment

Tom’s Take On Things wants to recognize EMT’s and Paramedics everywhere. I was an EMT/Paramedic for 24 years. I miss EMS every day!

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Cuyahoga Community College unveils Memorial for First Responders

September 12, 2017 by Tom Shewbridge 2 Comments

First Responders make a difference every day. Cuyahoga Community College recently added a memorial to honor them. ~Tom

EMS Week 2016 – Thank an EMT or Paramedic

May 18, 2016 by Tom Shewbridge 2 Comments

It is EMS Week 2016. Have you thanked an EMT or Paramedic?? You should. The dedication given to those they take care of, is beyond extraordinary.

Shortage of ambulances on Cleveland streets – Cleveland EMS

January 19, 2016 by Tom Shewbridge Leave a Comment

Cleveland EMS has seen it’s share of situations where Ambulances were not in good repair, or out of service. Public Safety is paramount, let’s fix this!

Cleveland EMS crews ordered to wear bulletproof vests at all times

January 8, 2016 by Tom Shewbridge 6 Comments

Working at Cleveland EMS for 5 years taught me one thing. It can be dangerous out there some times. Bullet Proof Vests are required.

Magnificent Monday Medic – Richard Harrison

August 31, 2015 by Tom Shewbridge 1 Comment

Richard Harrison from Lander County EMS was my first nomination by an individual who wanted it to be anonymous. We are honoring Richard today. Take a look.

Nominate deserving paramedics for a new blog article every Monday #paramedic #hero

August 24, 2015 by Tom Shewbridge Leave a Comment

Do you know a Paramedic who deserves recognition? Nominate them for my new weekly blog article that will feature Medic’s from around the world! ~Tom

Official retracts statement regarding SUVs as Ambulances at Cleveland EMS

July 15, 2015 by Tom Shewbridge Leave a Comment

City officials are correcting themselves when it comes to comments about Cleveland EMS Ambulances, and Paramedic SUV’s being used to transport, check out the story.

Investigator says Cleveland EMS is crippled – are they right?

July 9, 2015 by Tom Shewbridge 3 Comments

How important do you think it is to have a fleet of ambulances be in working order? Yes, getting help to citizens by SUV is great, but if you can’t transport them, that can become an issue. So what are your thoughts?

Lynch Introduces Bill to Establish a National EMS Memorial | Congressman Stephen Lynch

May 28, 2015 by Tom Shewbridge

Would be so wonderful if this bill passed. EMS in this nation has always been the bottom of the list when you think of Police and Fire,but we are important!