In Episode 9, we explore the critical role and persistent challenges of volunteerism in rural EMS. Through the lens of a fascinating 1975 study from Oklahoma, this episode provides valuable insights into the early struggles of rural emergency care and how they helped shape the EMS system we rely on today. We contrast the findings from the 1970s with modern realities, highlighting ongoing issues like workforce shortages, funding limitations, and service sustainability. Join us as we uncover how the roots of volunteer-driven EMS still influence today's system and the urgent need for solutions to sustain emergency care in rural communities.

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