“EMS Week is a time to recognize how our nation’s paramedics and EMTs have risen to the challenge time and time again in response to the needs of our patients and our communities, we show up every day despite personal risk, hardship and inadequate resources. The extraordinary environment in which we’ve operated during the past two years showcases our resilience, our dedication and our readiness.”
Chief Bruce Evans, MPA, CFO, NRP, SPO,
President of the National Association of Emergency Medical Technicians
The American College of Emergency Physicians (ACEP), in partnership with the National Association of Emergency Medical Technicians (NAEMT), announced the theme for EMS Week 2022:
RISING TO THE CHALLENGE.
“This is the 47th annual celebration of EMS Week, where we honor our frontline heroes, dedicated to providing emergency medicine that saves so many lives every day,” said Gillian Schmitz, MD, FACEP, President of the American College of Emergency Physicians. “The theme of ‘Rising to the Challenge’ is particularly meaningful as it reminds our nation that EMS professionals are faced with so many challenges today and they still rise above them. Through it all, EMS continues to respond, support and care for the needs of our communities.”
EMS Week supports and strengthens the EMS community by honoring accomplishments and increasing awareness of the critical role of EMS.
FRHS wants to thank our local EMS workers for their dedication to our community. You are first to the scene, fast with care and fearless in everything. We are forever grateful for your service.