PULSE Magazine | November/December 2018 Issue

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November/December 2018

Contents

Featured News

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CADET CLASS 1018 GRADUATION

Congratulations to Cadet Class 1018 who gradu- ated from the Academy on Friday, December 7, 2018. Cadet Christopher Waters, who is a return- ing ATCEMS medic, gave an inspirational speech that we share with you.

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EXPLORER SPOTLIGHT

This month’s Explorer in the spotlight is Michael Gonzales. Michael is striving to one day become an anesthesiologist. He will be graduating in May 2019 and will continue his education at the University of North Texas.

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VIOLENCE IN EMS

First Responders, more so those of us in EMS systems, have one job risk that is not only rising in its frequency but is increasing in scale and se- verity. It's violence. Article by Walt Settlemyre.

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30th ANNUAL CHUY’S CHILDREN GIVING TO CHILDREN PARADE This year marked the 30th anniversary of the annual Chuy’s Parade. The ATCEMS float was once again decorated for the occasion and many EMS personnel and their families participated in this very special event.

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COMMUNITY HEALTH PARAMEDICS MAKING A DIFFERENCE The ATCEMS Community Health Paramedic Program seeks to connect people in need with resources that improve their health and increase their overall quality of life. Article by Lia Bermudez.

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HOLIDAY CELEBRATIONS

We’ve put together a special section of EMS folks enjoying themselves at a few celebratory events.

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