by aczapek | Nov 27, 2023 | News
GRAND RAPIDS, Mich. (WOOD) — New bills that were recently introduced in Lansing would allow some people to become certified emergency medical technicians and medical first responders at a younger age. According to the Michigan Association of Ambulance Services, EMS...
by aczapek | Nov 23, 2023 | News
GRAND RAPIDS, Mich. (WOOD) — While many people feasted with family, first responders across West Michigan still suited up and went to work on Thanksgiving. For those who work with LIFE EMS and many other first responders, emergencies don’t stop just because it’s a...
by aczapek | Nov 9, 2023 | News
KALAMAZOO, Mich. — Amidst a state-wide emergency medical worker shortage, almost 20 people graduated as certified EMS workers in Kalamazoo Thursday afternoon. At 1 p.m., 16 students graduated from Life EMS Ambulance of Kalamazoo. Despite the low numbers, one graduate...
by aczapek | Aug 3, 2023 | News
GRAND RAPIDS, Mich. (WOOD) — With school sports teams starting practice soon, athletic trainers are practicing what to do in the case of a medical emergency. Although sports involve fast action, cheering and the glory of winning, they also come with the risk of...
by aczapek | Jun 20, 2023 | News
9 & 10 News (Newaygo, MI) — Local County Graduates Largest EMT Class Ever But EMT, Paramedic Shortage Continues More EMTs are on the way after Life EMS Ambulance in Newaygo County saw its largest graduating class ever. The boost in EMT workers comes close to a...
