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    The reality of EMS work?

    Thanks all for your comments. "Recruiter" probably was incorrect; "salesperson" is more like it. I've got a question re: the Vicks Vaporub. I know that it's used to mask the smell of odors, but do some EMTs/Paramedics wear a disposable mask instead? The reason I ask is that during my internship...
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    The reality of EMS work?

    Hi, all. Being a grownup (allegedly), I know that what a recruiter tells you and what the reality is are two different things. With that in mind, I'd like to know: 1) What kind of shape do you need to be in to be able to do your job and not get hurt, i.e., when lifting a heavy patient? Do you...
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    Tips for New EMT-Bs

    These are great tips, thanks. Hi, Anthony. I'm also in the Santa Clara Valley (Gilroy). I start my EMT-B training in 2 months; good luck to you.
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    I'm new here.....

    Hello, all. I'm new here, too. I start my EMT-B training in 2 months, so I'll do a lot of listening here, to begin with, if it's okay with the group, until I have something reasonably intelligent to contribute. Thanks.
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