By Bill Carey
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This year marked the 50th anniversary of EMS Week. The theme, “Honoring Our Past. Forging Our Future,” reminded 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.
Explore the social media posts below to see how various agencies commemorated the week and honored the dedication of men and women working in EMS.
FDNY
Jefferson Health, Philadelphia
Honoring the selfless heroes of National #EMSWeek, May 19-25. Thank you to our dedicated EMS partners who bravely answer the call, providing critical care and saving lives as the lifeline of our community.
— Jefferson Health (@TJUHospital) May 24, 2024
Image credit: Andy Snyder Photography @andrewsnyder87 pic.twitter.com/6fbZepvOZB
Miami-Dade Fire Rescue
AtlantiCare, N.J.
Guilford County, N.C. EMS
This year’s theme for the 50th anniversary of #EMSWeek is “Honoring our past, Forging our future.”
— Guilford County EMS (@GuilfordEMS) May 19, 2024
We’re taking the opportunity to look back over our SEVEN DECADE history by posting photos from each decade, starting today with the 1960s.
Follow along! pic.twitter.com/YBsLVjqIV2
Philadelphia Fire Department
Los Angeles County Fire Department
Honoring Our Past. Forging Our Future.
— LACoFD (@LACOFD) May 23, 2024
This week, 5/19-5/25, marks the 50th anniversary of #EMSWeek.
Every day, the #LACoFD is humbled by the amazing work our dispatchers, firefighters, lifeguards, EMS team & public safety partners do for the residents & communities we serve. pic.twitter.com/qG9BtsTn5K
Orlando, Fla. Fire Department
Children’s Hospital, Neb.
This #EMSWeek, we celebrate the life-changing work made possible by the power of partnerships. ❤️
— Children's Nebraska (@ChildrensNE) May 21, 2024
Children’s Nebraska is proud to partner with emergency responders across our region to meet children and families where they are and provide excellent care and improved outcomes. pic.twitter.com/uG5zBZZRMp
Orange County, Fla. Fire Rescue Department
Louisville Metro EMS, Ky.
“It’s the best job in the world.” That’s what Major Borders had to say when asked what his words of advice would be for individuals aspiring to a career in EMS. #EMSWeek 🚑
— Louisville Metro Emergency Services (@LouMetroES) May 23, 2024
Read more about Major Borders: https://t.co/PvposI14BK pic.twitter.com/mW4iC96K9k