News and Updates

November 19, 2024 (RENO, Nev.) – REMSA Health announces the appointment of Angelina Craig to the role of managing director of philanthropy. Craig’s professional career includes more than a decade of healthcare-related experience and more than seven years of work in philanthropy and development for nonprofit organizations.  “I am thrilled to welcome Angelina to our […]

Nov. 15, 2024 (RENO, Nev.) – William Hehn, Jr., air communications specialist for REMSA Health, was honored in Washington, D.C., as a 2024 Star of Life by the American Ambulance Association (AAA). The AAA recognizes extraordinary emergency medical services (EMS) professionals during the annual Stars of Life celebration. More than 140 individuals from across the […]

One of the top reasons people live in and visit the Sierra Nevada area is for the world-class winter recreation. From snowshoeing to skiing, from sledding to snowmobiling, there’s fun for adventurers of all ages. Having the right gear and knowing a few expert tips are key for snow play pros and amateurs.  First, make […]

As we head into the fall and early winter, schedules get hectic with travel, parties, and longer to-do lists. All of these things, along with colder temperatures, can stress your immune system and increase the possibility of getting sick. While a sore throat, lingering cough, moderate fever, or stomach discomfort are unwelcome, they usually aren’t […]

Aug. 13, 2024 (RENO, Nev.) – Barry Duplantis, president and CEO for REMSA Health, has been appointed to the board of directors for the Academy of International Mobile Healthcare Integration (AIMHI). As a founding member of AIMHI, REMSA Health is a longtime leader in improving patient health and patient experience by promoting mobile healthcare integration.  […]

  Aug. 20, 2024 (RENO, Nev.) – REMSA Health welcomes Miguel Vega who will serve in the role of support services manager. Vega has more than 15 years of leadership experience in logistics and operations management. “I am excited to welcome Miguel to this role within the support services division,” said Josh Duffy, director of […]

Aug. 8 2024 (RENO, Nev.) – REMSA Health is pleased to announce the promotion of Jake Beck to operations manager of Care Flight, a service of REMSA Health.  “I am thrilled that Jake’s leadership role with the organization is growing,” said Vanessa Coyle, director of operations, Care Flight. “He brings more than 17 years of […]

For adults over 65, injuries from falls are a significant health concern. The good news is that we can prevent most falls with commonsense strategies. From June 2023, to June 2024, REMSA Health responded to 10,086 calls related to falls, and 5,204 patients were transported to a hospital with fall-related injuries. A clinical approach to […]

  National records show that in 2023 there were a total of 29 tragic circumstances in which a child died in a hot-car related incident. As of June 25 of this year, there have been five deaths attributed to this cause. These incidents serve as a reminder of the risks the summer heat poses, particularly […]

July 1, 2024 (Reno/Sparks, Nev.) – REMSA Health and the City of Sparks Fire Department are announcing a new partnership that will enhance emergency medical services (EMS) in the Wingfield Springs area of Sparks. The service contract acknowledges Sparks Fire Department as a full partner under the REMSA Health franchise in providing medical coverage to […]