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News and Events

American Ambulance Association 2011 Tradeshow and Conference Day 1

Today was my first day at the American Ambulance Association Conference and Tradeshow in Las Vegas. Travelling to the Pacific time zone is always a challenge because of the two hour time change. Of course I was wide awake at 0400 local time. Running the Strip As I like to do during any Las Vegas […]

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Social Media Tips

Recent Changes to Everyday EMS Tips

I had some downtime at Newark Airport a few weeks ago. And by downtime I mean 5 hours camped out on a chair near the terminal B baggage claim. I splurged on the Boingo wireless and used the time to make some site changes. A few of those changes: 1. Social share buttons moved to […]

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EMS Education Tips

Video: Hong Kong Paramedics discuss Experience

After a visit to British Columbia two paramedics from Hong Kong discuss why they are paramedics and their experience. I am trying to contact these paramedics to be guests on the EMSEduCast – the podcast by and for EMS educators. Incidentally, we are always looking for EMS educators from outside North America to be show […]

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Health and Wellness

ING New York City Marathon 2011: Race Recap Part 3

Ten Lessons Learned at the 2011 ING New York City Marathon Go to the Expo early in the day to maximize time with vendors and hopefully the crowds would be smaller. Don’t dither about dropping layers. As soon as I have the thought to ditch a layer I should. Bring some cardboard to the start […]

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Health and Wellness

ING New York City Marathon 2011: Race Recap Part 2

Verrazano Narrows Bridge: miles 1-2 In about a minute I was over the start line and on my way for a 26.2 mile run to Central Park. I had anticipated a delay of 5 to 10 minutes to actually get to the start line so I was pretty pleased with my placement and how briskly […]

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Health and Wellness

ING New York City Marathon 2011: Race Recap Part 1

Note: Part 1 of this race recap is from arrival in New York City to the start of the race. Part 2 is a recap of the race and post-race. The ING New York City Marathon (INGNYCM) was more than a race it was a long weekend experience that started on Thursday and continued until […]

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Health and Wellness

New York City Marathon: 1 Word Race Recap

FINISHER!

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News and Events

National Test of Emergency Alert System

Watch this video to learn about the November 9 2pm EST test of the Emergency Alert System.

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Health and Wellness

Video: Run for Life

Run for Life, the NYRR Manifesto. I am out for a run this morning … my favorite distance … 26.2 miles.

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Health and Wellness

Marathon Weekend #INGNYCM

I am in New York City for the ING New York City Marathon. My wave starts tomorrow morning at 0940. Between now and then we are enjoying the sights and sounds of New York City. How are you spending your weekend? If you want to track my progress there are many runner tracking options from […]