Did you miss Expo?  Looking to get more of those Precious CEU’s?Well, here is your chance! Its FREELUNCH IS PROVIDED BY LAERDALThere will be FUN and GAMES and PRIZES… But most of all… there will be CEU’S! Where?          *_Gloucester Volunteer Fire and Rescue, 6595 Main Street Gloucester VA 23061_* When?        July 23rd between 8AM and 5PM. *Sign up* by Clicking or Scanning the QR Code!(be sure to create your F ...Continue Reading

Come find out everything you wanted to know about ECG interpretation but were afraid to ask! With Thanks,DaveRegion7 EMS Council *David Keeler, MPA, NRP **Regional Educational Coordinator*E-mail: dkeeler@PROTECTEDOffice: 757-963-0632 x305 *I *Cell: 757-576-8199Toll Free: 844-757-TEMS (8367) *I *Fax: 757-963-2325  Tidewater EMS Council, Inc.1104 Madison Plaza, Ste 101, Chesapeake, VA 23320*www.TidewaterEMS.org ** *  ...Continue Reading

We all need a little Advanced Cardiac Life Support in our lives!  Here is your chance to renew and refresh that beloved ACLS!! --------------------------------------------------------*Date: *June 8, 2026 *Times: *0900-1700 (Estimated) *Location: *Abingdon Station 3; 2676 Hayes Rd. Hayes, VA 23072 * **Cost: *$50.00 (Check or Cash to Abingdon Vol. Fire & Rescue) • Cost Covers: Equipment, Staff, and Certification Card. * **Prerequisites: *• AHA Advanced Cardiac Life Support • BLS Provider (CPR) • 20 ...Continue Reading

The Tidewater EMS Expo is starting SOON!  But we get it if you cant attend our PEER support classes like “Struggle Well”.   Here is a TEEX class coming up that may be worth a look!      Caution: This email originated outside of Virginia's Regional EMS Councils. Do not click links or open attachments unless you recognize the sender and know the content is safe. If you are unsure, please forward this e-mail to it.team@PROTECTED. ...Continue Reading

They say the solution to pollution is dilution….. or IS IT?   Firstline is announcing a Dry Decon Training Course using their special wipes that allow you to provide a whole new way of decontamination.  Come check out the FUTURE of Haz Mat Decon.. *The link to register: **https://www.firstlinetech.com/b2bregform/frot/** **LICENSE CODE FOR CHKD: CHKD FROT 26*  *From:* Cohen, Abigail <acohen@PROTECTED> *Sent:* Thursday, April 23, 2026 10:03 AM*To:* David Keeler <dkeeler@PROTECTE ...Continue Reading

This is the full throttle version!! If you have not taken the TECC (Tactical Emergency Casualty Care) from NAEMT then you are missing out! It is one thing to be a hero when you have a calm and quiet scene and supportive family members and crewmates by your side, but what if you are in a rapidly changing and de escalating scene! Sign up today for this HIGHLY DISCOUNTED PRICE for an immersive experience that will improve your medical skills during critical incidents that can save lives and make a difference!https://www.t ...Continue Reading

Get ready to ‘get ready’ during this great preparedness class… -------- Original message --------From: "Woods, Gregory (VDH)" <Gregory.Woods@PROTECTED> Date: 4/17/26 9:22 AM (GMT-05:00) Subject: Fw: Disseminate to area EMS  Colleagues: Please  see the below information. We just received this from our partners at VHHA so we apologize for not including it in yesterday's email; however, the information and event both look beneficial. Please distribute as you deem appropriate. The *2 ...Continue Reading

Ever hear the phrase “write it down or it didn’t happen”?   Every worry that what you type will haunt you for 7 years in a court of law! Rest Easy!  Sign up for this critical class and know exactly what to say and how to say it!  *From:* Valerie Vagts <vagts@PROTECTED> *Sent:* Wednesday, April 15, 2026 4:25 PM*To:* Valerie Vagts <vagts@PROTECTED>*Cc:* Loreti, Amanda (VDH) <Amanda.Loreti@PROTECTED>*Subject:* In-Person Training Opportunity 4.20.26 Ever wondered if the w ...Continue Reading

Now that you are done with your Spring Break and filing your taxes…. Its time to think of the children! ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- *Edutainment Consulting and Seminars **Virginia OEMS Approved VILT Training**By Dusty Lynn and Bob Page*     Series Zoom Registration Link*April 27, 2026. 1900-2100** **Category: Pediatrics*Topic: /Pediatric Emergency Assessment/Scott DeBoer RN, ...Continue Reading

CVA and TIA events can happen anytime and anywhere to anyone!  Stay in the know and find out what is new! *From:* Bonniville, Frances <Frances.Bonniville@PROTECTED> *Sent:* Tuesday, April 7, 2026 10:27 AM*Subject:* Riverside Stroke Symposium Good morning, The upcoming 17th Annual Riverside Stroke Symposium is taking place on *May 1, 2026*.  Registration is now open, and the *_deadline to register is April 29, 2026_*.  Please share this information with your teams and colleagues who ma ...Continue Reading