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1. A new hand‑position technique for infant chest compressions is under review for inclusion in resuscitation protocols.

A recent article on Journal of Emergency Medical Services (JEMS) introduces a proposed alternative to the two‑finger or two‑thumb encircling technique for infant CPR. The method uses the index finger wrapped around the thumb to apply pressure along a vertical strip of the sternum, which may reduce rescuer fatigue and improve compression quality during prolonged CPR. Agencies and educators should monitor this proposal, as it may affect training, skill checklists, and infant arrest protocols in the near future.

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2. Smart Devices Are Changing How People Access 911

The rise of wearable tech and voice assistants means an increasing number of emergency calls are being initiated by smart devices instead of a phone call. According to the article, researchers predict that by next year up to one‑third of 911 activations could come from devices. For EMS students, this means dispatch and responder training must adapt—scene information may arrive faster, but may also be less detailed, and crews will need to anticipate unknowns when a device triggers a call.

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3. Artificial intelligence (AI) will play a larger role in EMS vehicle operations and decision‑support, as highlighted in EMS World Expo 2025 coverage.

An article from EMS World previews how AI platforms are being developed to recognize cardiac arrest via dispatch audio, optimize ambulance redeployment, and enhance situational awareness for crews. For students, this signals that future practice will increasingly integrate digital tools and analytics—not just clinical skills. Early familiarity with these technologies may give you an advantage in adapting to evolving EMS systems.

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