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  About Boston EMS

  Boston EMS is one of the busiest EMS services in the country. Our EMTs and Paramedics respond to over 100,000 calls for help each year and serve the people of Boston with pride.
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  February 3rd is Wear Red for Women Day

  Did you know that more women die of cardiovascular disease than from the next four causes of death combined, including all forms of cancer? Join Boston EMS in support of the American Heart Association’s Go Red For Women movement and wear red on February 3rd. Know the risks and signs of a heart attack and protect your health. 

  
  
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  Boston EMS Online AED Report Form

  Sudden cardiac arrest can be fatal if not treated within minutes. Boston's CAD (computer aided dispatch) system has the locations of more than 900 AEDs throughout the city. To be truly effective, Boston EMS needs to know the locations of ever publicly accessible AED. If your business or organization has an AED, report its location now!
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  How Are We Doing?

  Boston EMS strives to provide superior pre-hospital care to all patients we treat. Please help us improve our performance by offering your feedback on our service delivery.
  Patient Satisfaction Survey »
  Commendation/Complaint Form »
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  Boston EMS Provides Free Car Seat Installation

  Car crashes are one of the leading causes of death for young children. To keep your kids safe on the road, be sure they are riding in a properly secured and appropriately sized child safety seat.  To make an online appointment for a free car seat check please click the link below or call 617-343-6891.

  
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  The DelValle Institute Launches Online Learning Center

  The DelValle Institute for Emergency Preparedness recently launched an online learning center that serves as a portal to the Institute's programs and resources beyond the classroom. Learn more about how to take a course.
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  Bike Safety Map

  Boston EMS is sharing data with the Boston Cyclist Union to help keep Boston's cyclists safe and protected.

  
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  Boston EMS 2010 Vital Stats

  In 2010 Boston EMS responded to nearly 109,000 calls for help and transported over 79,000 patients to area hospitals. To read more about the Department's performance please see the documents below to learn more.

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  Boston EMS 2010 Annual Report

  The Boston EMS 2010 Annual Report provides an overview of the Department and highlights last year's achievements and accomplishments. We invite you to take a look and learn more about Boston EMS.

  2010 Boston EMS Annual Report »

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  Boston EMS Special Event Permit

  In addition to major events such as the 4th of July celebration and Boston Marathon, Boston EMS Special Operations provides medical support at hundreds of events throughout the City including festivals, parades, concerts, convetions, etc. To learn more about having Boston EMS provide medical support at your event, download the Boston EMS permit application and corresponding guide.

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Forms, Permits & Applications

• Report an AED Location
• Special Event Permit and Guide
• Notice of Privacy Practices

Reports & Publications

• Service Zone Plan
• 2010 Boston EMS Annual Report
• Office of The Medical Director