EMS on the Hill Day April 2-3, 2025, Arlington, VA & DC

Empowering EMS is a shared responsibility.  Share your EMS story with Congress to get the support you need. Join us! Empowering EMS Begins with YOU! Members of Congress

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NAEMT Celebrates 50 Years of Championing the Essential Role of EMS in Community Care

In 2025, NAEMT celebrates its legacy created by dedicated members, faculty, and friends. Through advocacy, education, research and membership, NAEMT has established a globally recognized foundation that supports

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51 Ways to Celebrate EMS Week

2025 marks 51 years of celebrating National EMS Week, so we're sharing 51 inspiring ways for your organization to kick off the week and make it meaningful, as

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Reflections on the 50th Anniversary of EMS Week

We interviewed Jon Krohmer, MD, a board-certified emergency and EMS physician, who has 47 years experience in EMS and public policy. He is the former director of NHTSA’s

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Helpful EMS Resources

The Power of Data EMS professionals are always trying to improve the level of care provided to patients. One key factor to enhancing EMS operations and clinical skills

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The History and Funding of EMS

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

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The EMS Scope of Practice: Then and Now

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.

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The Future of EMS: A Glimpse Into 2050

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

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The 2024 STOP THE BLEED® Project Launches its 7th Year!

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

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CALM AND COLLECTED An Ohio paramedic makes history with her city’s department

 “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

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