Christopher Jennings, a Sunstar paramedic not prone to tears, thought he was all cried out. On the scene of an accidental amputation last month, Jennings had choked back tears at the “gut-wrenching” screams of Jerry Nugent, who had accidentally backed over...
It’s reassuring to know that two of the nation’s best emergency medical service workers live and work here in Pinellas County. The American Ambulance Association recently resented Sunstar paramedics Megan Hollern and Larry Marshall, both of Largo, with the...
Hollern, Marshall receive Star of Life award from American Ambulance Association LARGO, Fla. (March 13, 2013) – Next week, the American Ambulance Association will present two Sunstar paramedics the Star of Life award, the highest national honor an Emergency Medical...
It’s proven that distracted drivers are more likely to get in auto accidents. According to the Virginia Tech Transportation Institute (VTTI), which has observed more than 6 million miles of driving, using an electronic device makes the risk of a crash or near-crash...
Auto accidents are a fact of life, especially in a bustling area like Pinellas County. But there is plenty you can do to reduce the chance your child will be hurt in a wreck, starting by using a quality car seat, and using it correctly. Here are eight things to think...
