The NEMSIS TAC has prepared an updated PDF of the visualizations for the EMS By the Numbers: Impact of COVID-19 on EMS presentation.

Download the December 13, 2023 update here: https://test.nemsis.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/12/NEMSIS-TAC-Update-to-COVID_19-Trends-Dec-13-2023.pdf

This is current information regarding temporal variations in the type and characteristics of EMS activations occurring in the U.S. during the COVID-19 outbreak. In addition to Influenza-Like Illness (ILI), it also includes trends in EMS response to Cardiac Arrest, Scene Death, Injury, Vehicle Crashes, and Opioid-Related Activations.

You can also access the July 7, 2020 presentation in which N. Clay Mann described the impact to EMS response characteristics using data from the National EMS Data Repository: EMS By the Numbers: Impact of COVID-19

The National Emergency Medical Services Information System Technical Assistance Center (NEMSIS TAC) today announced the availability of the 2022 Public-Release Research Dataset, the largest publicly available dataset of emergency medical service activations in the United States.

Those interested in requesting a copy of the 2022 Public-Release Research Dataset can contact the NEMSIS TAC and fill out a request form here https://test.nemsis.org/using-ems-data/request-research-data. A password-protected USB drive containing the dataset and supporting materials will be sent via postal service.

The Non-Fatal Opioid Overdose Tracker is now available for public use!

The first-of-its-kind data dashboard, which was developed for the White House Office of National Drug Control Policy (ONDCP) using national EMS data, will help policymakers and service providers target responses to the overdose epidemic and save more lives.

This information will help first responders identify trends and patterns of overdoses so they can direct prevention strategies more effectively.

“This dashboard puts data to work, strengthening our ability to save lives and fight back against the opioid crisis,” said Ann Carlson, Acting Administrator of NHTSA.

The Biden Administration’s National Drug Control Strategy calls for developing and strengthening the nation’s data systems to reach people at-risk of an overdose, and expand access to treatment for substance use disorder and high-impact harm reduction interventions like naloxone.

Access the page here: https://test.nemsis.org/nonfatal-drug-overdose-surveillance-dashboard/

The National Emergency Medical Services Information System Technical Assistance Center (NEMSIS TAC) today announced the availability of the 2021 Public-Release Research Dataset, the largest publicly available dataset of emergency medical service activations in the United States.

The dataset includes 48,982,990 EMS activations submitted by 13,949 EMS agencies servicing 53 states and territories. Those interested in requesting a copy of the 2021 Public-Release Research Dataset can contact the NEMSIS TAC and fill out a request form at this website https://test.nemsis.org/using-ems-data/request-research-data.

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The NEMSIS TAC partnered with Prodigy EMS to bring you an all-new course on ePCR documentation. This training provides an overview of NEMSIS and the recent changes implemented for the v3.5 standard. Our expert panel will also discuss the important role that the EMS patient care report plays, as well as best documentation practices. Get CE credit and advance your data collection efforts to meet the national standard in prehospital patient care data collection.

Access the course from here: https://prodigyems.com/

As discussed during v3 Implementation Calls and in NASEMSO Director and Data Managers meetings, the NEMSIS TAC is providing a letter from Dr. Jon Krohmer, Director of NHTSA’s Office of EMS, regarding timely data submissions.

The value of and demand for EMS data has moved beyond just research and well into “public health surveillance, responsive resource allocation, the evaluation of innovative payment models, and the creation of novel evidence-based EMS delivery systems.” This can only be accomplished if EMS patient care reports are completed and submitted in a timely manner.

Many states/territories already require data submission within 24 hours of closing the call. For those who aren’t there yet, please share this request with your state/territory offices of EMS, EMS agencies, software developers, and legislators that impact rules and implementation of submission requirements.

Please reach out to the NEMSIS TAC with any questions or concerns.

The National Emergency Medical Services Information System Technical Assistance Center (NEMSIS TAC) today announced the availability of the 2020 Public-Release Research Dataset, the largest publicly available dataset of emergency medical service activations in the United States.

The dataset includes 43,488,767 EMS activations submitted by 12,319 EMS agencies servicing 50 states and territories. Those interested in requesting a copy of the 2020 Public-Release Research Dataset can contact the NEMSIS TAC and fill out a request form at this website https://test.nemsis.org/using-ems-data/request-research-data.

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