When the System SNAPs: Impacts on EMS

This EMS 1 article explores how changes to SNAP policy and growing food insecurity could reshape the future of emergency medical services. PWW|AG EMS & Mobile Healthcare Consultants Matt Zavadsky and Dr. Shannon Gollnick examine the connection between social determinants of health, EMS operations, and community health, offering practical insights for EMS leaders preparing for evolving demand, changing patient needs, and long-term operational challenges. Learn why proactive planning, community partnerships, and data-driven decision-making are becoming essential to the future of EMS.