[Preliminary and Final Postmortem Examination and Death Certificate in the Emergency Medical Services in Germany: Heterogeneous Process Flows and Inadequate Standards].

Background: Inconsistent regulations and laws can lead to misunderstandings and incorrect procedures. In this study we would like to evaluate the heterogeneity of the different processes of postmortem examination and death certification in the German emergency medical services.

Methods: An e-mail with a survey link was sent to 212 medical directors of emergency services.

[COVID-19: acceptance and compliance of PPE (personal protective equipment) and rules for hygiene and reducing contacts in German emergency medical services-a nationwide survey].

Background: The coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) pandemic has also significantly burdened and challenged the German emergency medical services (EMS). In this regard, the personal protective equipment (PPE) and rules like wear a mask, stay 6 feet away from others, avoid crowds and poorly ventilated spaces, wash your hands often (called AHA‑L rules in Germany) play an important role in reducing the spread of COVID-19 infections.

Objective: The aim of this study is to evaluate the acceptance and compliance of PPE and protective measures among rescue service personnel in Germany during pandemic periods.

Acceptance of COVID-19 Vaccination among Front-Line Health Care Workers: A Nationwide Survey of Emergency Medical Services Personnel from Germany.

Introduction: The aim of this study was to evaluate the COVID-19 vaccination acceptance of emergency medical services (EMS) personnel as front-line health care workers (HCW) in Germany. Several studies have shown low willingness for vaccination (e.g.