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How Evidence Really Works for Tourniquets, Hemostatic Agents, and Tactical First Aid Devices When a new first aid device hits the market — whether it’s a tourniquet, a hemostatic agent, or a bleeding control spray — one question inevitably comes up: “Where are the studies?” It’s a fair concern. Customers, procurement officers, and even medical professionals want to know: what’s the proof this device works? But the reality is that trauma medicine doesn’t operate by the same rules as pharmaceuticals. Here’s why the traditional “double-blind randomized controlled trial” (RCT) isn’t always possible — and why that doesn’t mean the device...

Across EMS, fire-rescue, and law enforcement support, the practical decision is not "Fire vs EMS medic plate carrier." The real choice is plate carrier (PC) versus traditional full coverage vest (TFCV). These related systems have distinct protection profiles and trade-offs that directly affect mobility, heat load, and survivability.

Here’s what credible reporting (as of Sep 26, 2025) establishes—and what no one has confirmed publicly yet: What’s confirmed Injury & mechanism: Kirk was struck by a single rifle round to the neck fired from a rooftop during a UVU event, and he later died. Multiple outlets specify a single neck shot from distance. Reuters+2 AP News+2 Transport & pronouncement: He was transported to a local hospital and pronounced dead there. Several timelines note Timpanogos Regional/“local hospital” and that he was transported in critical condition before being pronounced. No outlet has published a line-by-line clinical timeline. People.com+2 Times Union+2 Official...

The Ultimate Guide to Bleeding Control (“Stop the Bleed”) Laws, Ordinances, and Programs in the United States* Severe bleeding is one of the leading causes of preventable death after injury. In recent years, there has been a nationwide push to make bleeding control kits as common and accessible as AEDs in public spaces. This effort has led to a growing number of state laws, municipal ordinances, and public safety programs requiring or encouraging bleeding control kits and training. In this article, we’ve compiled the most comprehensive, up‑to‑date database of legislation, building codes, and public programs addressing bleeding control kits and...

Tasmanian Tiger Tactical Gear: Top Picks for Combat and Tactical Medics When every second counts in high-stress environments, combat medics and tactical medics need gear they can trust. Tasmanian Tiger, a premium supplier of professional military, tactical, and police equipment, has built a reputation for delivering high-quality, durable, and innovative solutions tailored to the needs of first responders. Founded by Tatonka GmbH in 1999, Tasmanian Tiger combines superior craftsmanship with field-tested designs, making it a go-to brand for tactical professionals worldwide. In this blog post, we’ll explore Tasmanian Tiger’s exceptional line of tactical gear, with a focus on their Red...