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Photo of the Week: Royal Ambulance (Calif.) unveils ‘Heroes’ mural

The mural painted by artist Amanda Lynn honors the work of EMS providers over the last 18 months of the pandemic

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Photo/Royal Ambulance

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This week’s Photo of the Week comes from Royal Ambulance in California, showing a mural honoring the work of EMS providers throughout the pandemic. The mural was painted by artist Amanda Lynn and is titled “Where Heroes Get Their Capes.” The tribute was officially unveiled as a “grande finale” for EMS Week, Royal Ambulance officials said.

“We are incredibly proud of the hard work Team Royal has put in over the last 18 months throughout the COVID pandemic, and over the last 15 years, building and growing an organization that truly makes such an impact on the lives of so many---- from the young healthcare leaders who entrust us to help them reach their goals, to the patients we serve during their most critical and vulnerable moments, to the support, encouragement and motivation we provide to one another as a Team!!!!!” the agency posted on Facebook. “To all of our Team Members, we hope this puts a smile on your face, and fills you with pride as you come to work each and every day.”

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Photo/Royal Ambulance

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