RIDGELAND, Miss. — The American College of Emergency Physicians (ACEP) and the National Association of Emergency Medical Technicians (NAEMT) will celebrate EMS Week from May 18–24, 2025, honoring the vital work of EMS professionals.
In its 51st year, EMS Week highlights the dedication of those who protect the health and safety of their communities. This year’s theme is “We Care. For Everyone.”
“EMS Week celebrates the unwavering dedication and expertise of our EMS professional colleagues,” ACEP President Alison Haddock, MD, FACEP, said. “Together we recognize the unique and vital role of paramedics, EMTs and other team members as we celebrate their exceptional care and selfless contributions to the communities where they live and work.”
EMS Week honors the lifesaving work of EMTs, paramedics and other responders while raising awareness of their essential role in emergency and community care, the NAEMT said in a press release. This year’s theme, “We Care. For Everyone,” highlights their daily commitment to serving people everywhere — from big cities to small towns.
“National EMS Week is a celebration of our EMS profession and the incredible, essential service paramedics and EMTs provide in their communities every day,” NAEMT President Christopher Way said. “The communities we all serve are profoundly grateful for your care, your extensive training, and your selfless commitment to enter any situation to care for your patients. Your service and medical preparedness should be recognized, empowered and advanced to be of greater benefit to communities during EMS Week and every week throughout the year.”
The EMS Week Resource Center offers tools and ideas to help agencies celebrate EMS Week within their organizations and communities. It features insights from first responder leaders and inspiring stories from the field.
