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EUSEM President Dr. Robert Leach Joins EU Parliament Discussion on Future Emergency Communications Legislation, Addressing Wartime Response Challenges

On December 2,  EUSEM President Dr. Robert Leach was invited to participate in a discussion at the European Parliament in Brussels on the "Future EU Legislation on Emergency Communications," organised by the European Emergency Number Association (EENA 112). The event, hosted by Grégory Allione, MEP, focused on the Union Civil…

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2025 Update: New Guidelines for Managing Acute Pain in Emergency Care

This updated handbook is designed to improve the assessment and management of acute pain in emergency and pre-hospital settings across Europe. Developed under the auspices of EUSEM and the European Pain Initiative, it offers practical, evidence-based strategies tailored for first responders, paramedics, and emergency physicians. Since our 2020 edition, the…

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WHO/EUROPE at EUSEM2025 in Vienna

At EUSEM 2025, WHO/Europe highlighted how emergency departments (EDs) are on the frontline of alcohol-related harm, and how their data can drive real change. Drawing on case studies from Canada and Lithuania, the session showed how ED evidence has mobilized communities, informed legislation, and relieved pressure on frontline staff. Participants…

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