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In 1974, President Gerald Ford authorized EMS Week to celebrate EMS practitioners and the important work they do in our nation鈥檚 communities. May 19-25, 2024 marks the 50th anniversary of EMS Week. This year鈥檚 theme, 鈥淗onoring Our Past. Forging Our Future,鈥� reminds us to acknowledge the foundational work of those who came before us, while also striving to build and lead the EMS system we envision for our future.
Thank you for your sacrifices, dedication and service to your communities. Happy EMS Week from 草莓影视.
How has the EMS Scope of Practice changed since the first EMS Week was celebrated 50 years ago?
There are a number of ways that organizations involved in the campaign can participate
SGMC Health鈥檚 EMS system responds to over 23,000 911 calls across three counties
The James City County Fire Department received the highest state honors for an EMS provider
These social media posts show how various agencies and departments recognized EMS personnel across the country for EMS Week
Stock up on these bleeding control products and be ready to respond to emergency trauma both on and off duty
How the National EMS Memorial Weekend of Honor recognizes the fallen
On Day 2 of EMS Week, we are talking education 鈥� both for providers and community members
EMS providers 鈥渆mbody the best of our Nation 鈥� bravery, honor and respect, never failing to answer the call to help others,鈥� President Joe Biden said
Many providers were inspired by their parents, a close friend and, of course, Johnny Gage and Roy DeSoto
5.11 Tactical, Bass Pro Shops, Garmin, Black Rifle Coffee, DJI and others offering discounts during National EMS Week
A group of EMS advocates are working to enact a passage of reforms called 鈥淩escue EMS鈥� that would make EMS an 鈥渆ssential鈥� service under the law
While you might be able to accurately diagnose every patient you treat, you must also prioritize your own physical and mental health
Kelly Grayson: 鈥淧aramedics save lives, EMTs save paramedics"; championing the role of EMTs
It鈥檚 important to foster effectiveness, professionalism and excellency; as well as core values of human decency, empathy, kindness and respect
Reflecting on how far EMS has come in 50 years
EMS leaders hold the blueprints as we enter the era of evidence-based practices
In the spirit of today鈥檚 theme, we express our heartfelt gratitude to the remarkable members of the EMS community who go beyond the call every shift
It鈥檚 on agencies to provide opportunities for community members to learn the skills needed to potentially save the life of a stranger or loved one
This day鈥檚 theme highlights the pediatric clinical care provided by EMS and the need for increased specialized training for our youngest patients
A life-changing moment helped Paramedic/Firefighter Meryah Wilson realize she was equipped to deal with emergencies
Inspiring ways to recognize providers鈥� contributions, educate the community and recruit the next generation
Larry Ganske and Kris Kruckman look at what has changed in EMS since they started
Tuesday鈥檚 theme aims to foster a culture of safety, collaboration and preparedness within the EMS industry and in local communities
This year marks the 50th recognition of EMS Week, established in 1974 by President Gerald Ford
This symbol shows that we belong to something important and we are part of the power, strength and knowledge of every EMT
Participants in the National EMS Memorial Bike Ride honor the fallen and support their loved ones
Educating the public about when it is appropriate to call EMS 鈥� and how quickly we should get there
