News and Updates

Have you heard the expression “time is brain” and wondered what it means? It’s a medical phrase that emphasizes the importance of rapid treatment for stroke patients. A stroke – also known as a brain attack – occurs when the blood supply to the brain is disrupted. This deprives the brain of oxygen and nutrients […]

May is Mental Health Awareness Month – a perfect time to remember that taking care of our mental health is just as important as taking care of our physical health. The National Institute of Health (NIH) estimates that in 2024 nearly 58 million Americans were living with some form of mental health condition and in […]

REMSA Health honored three healthcare providers at the state capital today as part of the Nevada Ambulance Association’s (NAA) Stars of Life event. Heather Bushey, flight nurse, Dale Miller, communications supervisor and Ryan Yarbrough, paramedic were selected by the organization as exceptional healthcare providers and contributors to the emergency medical services (EMS) profession. Bushey, Miller, […]

Barry Duplantis, president and CEO for REMSA Health, has been elected as treasurer of the board of directors for the Academy of International Mobile Healthcare Integration (AIMHI). AIMHI leads the transformation of emergency medical services (EMS) through the development of high-performing systems, and setting the standards for clinical excellence, accountability, public education, research and economic efficiency. “As […]

Feb. 19, 2025 (RENO, Nev.) –Katelyn Roberts has been promoted to emergency medical services (EMS) manager at REMSA Health. She brings 13 years of EMS industry experience to her new role. As EMS manager, Roberts will oversee 9-1-1 system operations, leading EMS supervisors and ground ambulance employees to ensure the efficient delivery of high-quality healthcare. […]

REMSA Health highlights its employee mental health resources and extends support to the first responder community by offering free stress management sessions happening Tuesday, Feb. 4. Jan. 30, 2025 (RENO, Nev.) — To address mental health support for emergency medical services (EMS) professionals and first responders, REMSA Health is building upon its employee well-being program–Fit […]

Jan. 23, 2025 (RENO, Nev.) – REMSA Health and its service, Care Flight, announce the arrival of a new helicopter aircraft, Care Flight 2, which is currently located at the Gardnerville, Nevada base – which Care Flight has served for more than 25 years. It is serviced through a partnership with Air Methods, Care Flight’s […]

Jan. 15, 2025 (RENO, Nev.) – REMSA Health announces the promotion of Laura Lingeman to integrated health manager. She brings a decade of experience as a first responder to the role. In her new role, Lingeman will oversee innovative programs designed to enhance healthcare delivery within the emergency medical services (EMS) system. She will integrate […]

When we think about heart health, we often focus on diet, exercise, and avoiding smoking. However, there are many lesser-known factors and habits that can play a crucial role in maintaining a healthy heart. Here are a few surprising yet effective tips that go beyond the basics. Laugh More It may sound like a cliché, […]

Dec. 20, 2024 (RENO, Nev.) – REMSA Health announces the promotion of Todd Kerfoot to director of emergency medical services (EMS) operations. Kerfoot brings 25 years of experience serving the organization to his new role. Since joining REMSA Health in 1999, Kerfoot has held a variety of leadership positions including senior manager of EMS operations, […]