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ACEP's 35th National EMS Week, May 18 – 24, is a time for medical providers and local community members to come together and celebrate and honor those who administer crucial prehospital care to patients out in the field.
To celebrate prehospital providers from across the nation, EMS1 will bring you exclusive coverage every day this week on a number of current issues, centered around the theme, "EMS: Your Life is our Mission."
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| Monday, May 19 |
| Top Ten Signs It's EMS Week |
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By Kelly Grayson, EMS1.com Columnist |
Every year, when the pollen count in the South is at its highest, and the ambient temperature begins to resemble equatorial Africa, I pause to think, ''Hey, that's the third sunburned drunk we've picked up from the river in a week! EMS Week must be right around the corner!''
However, I realize that not everyone has my finely tuned internal calendar, so I have listed for you Kelly's "Top Ten Signs It's EMS Week" ... Full Column
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 National EMS Week Resources
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| Wednesday, May 21 |
| National EMSC Day |
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By Robert K. Waddell, EMS1.com Columnist |
What about the kids?
These are the legendary words of Dr. Martin (Marty) Eichelberger, founder of the Emergency Medical Services for Children program, who began his call for action many years ago, one which continues to resonate throughout America. Over the past three decades, the advancements in the level of care provided to ill and injured children continue to move forward, due in part to these simple words ... Full Column
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Related Video: Waddell Pediatric's Corner at EMS Today 2008 
EMS1 Tip: Tips for Celebrating EMS for Children Day
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| Thursday, May 22 |
| Building a foundation for EMS Week |
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By Maveric Vu, EMS1 Staff |
National EMS Week is the perfect time for departments to focus on celebrating their EMS personnel and reaching out to the local community. While these goals should ideally be upheld throughout the year, planning EMS Week events allows agencies to set a strong foundation for the future.
According to several EMS organizers, tackling the huge task of planning EMS Week events starts with a fundamental strategy: partnering up with local agencies and community groups ... Full Story
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Related Tip: Hosting a Successful EMS Week Open House
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