EMT's and paramedics are being recognized for their heroics during EMS week. And in our region, life saving skills aren't the only things these men and women have in their arsenal, many of them need to learn a second language. A recent U.S. census report says the Lehigh Valley has the largest Hispanic Population in the state. For Allentown paramedic Bill Sames, a patient is the same no matter ...

Connie K. Ho for RedOrbit.com Rescuing a man who was trapped in a cave. Saving a cub scout who fell into a ravine. These are examples where emergency responders rushed to a situation to help those in need. From May 20 to May 26, professionals in Emergency Medical Services (EMS) are being honored for their commitment and service to the country with National EMS Week 2012 . In 1973, the U.S ...

Working without a contract since 2008, EMS workers plan to rally outside the Coleman A. Young building on Wednesday.