EMS has its roots in the Department of Transportation (DOT) when Congress enacted the Highway Safety Act of 1966. Through its Office of EMS (OEMS), the DOT's National

How has the EMS Scope of Practice changed since the first EMS Week was celebrated 50 years ago? Let’s take a look at the past, present and future.National

As we celebrate the 50th anniversary of EMS Week with the theme, “Honoring Our Past, Forging Our Future,” it seems a fitting time to take a glimpse into

The STOP THE BLEED® Project’s sole purpose is to engage the public to learn about the STOP THE BLEED® campaign, one of the largest and fastest growing public

 “And that’s when I realized I’m kind of made for tough situations,” said Paramedic/Firefighter Meryah Wilson when speaking of a life-changing moment.The National Registry of Emergency Medical Technicians

by Bruce Evans, Fire Chief Upper Pine River Fire Protection District and President of the National Association of EMTsBeing in emergency medical services is rewarding. You get a

Excerpted from EMS in the United States: Fragmented Past, Future of Opportunity by Donnie Woodyard, Jr.Since its inception in 1974, EMS Week has stood as an annual tribute to

Movies depicting EMS typically show EMTs and paramedics rushing to the scene of emergencies, sirens blaring.  Bryony Gilbey, a former producer for ABC News and 60 Minutes, took a

Excerpted from EMS in the United States: Fragmented Past, Future of Opportunity by Donnie Woodyard, Jr.Those who have been involved in EMS for a long time often refer to

May 2024 will represent the 50th anniversary of EMS Week. As we approach this year’s EMS Week, we examine the importance of reflecting on our profession. How can