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American Sirens
Book • 2022
In 'American Sirens,' Kevin Hazzard tells the story of Freedom House EMS in Pittsburgh, where a group of young Black men became the world's first paramedics under the guidance of Dr. Peter Safar and Dr. Nancy Caroline.
Despite facing racism and numerous challenges, they set a new standard for emergency care globally.
The book highlights their groundbreaking achievements and the erasure of their legacy until now.
Despite facing racism and numerous challenges, they set a new standard for emergency care globally.
The book highlights their groundbreaking achievements and the erasure of their legacy until now.
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Recommended by an anonymous veteran as a resource discussing the history of emergency medical services.
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