Chatham Celebrates 45th Annual EMS Week

CHATHAM, NJ - Sunday was the start of the 45th annual EMS Week, which celebrates and recognizes EMS personnel and the work they do for their communities nationwide.

This year, the the American College of Emergency Physicians (ACEP), in partnership
with the National Association of Emergency Medical Technicians (NAEMT), had named this year's EMS STRONG campaign theme: BEYOND THE CALL.

The annual EMS STRONG campaign provides opportunities to recognize the Emergency Medical Services (EMS) community, enhance and strengthen the profession on a national level and expand and celebrate National EMS Week.

“Emergency Medical Service professionals are dedicated to delivering superb medical care,” said President of ACEP Vidor Friedman. " During EMS week, and throughout the year, we are proud to recognize EMA and fire professionals who fearlessly and tirelessly serve their communities and help patients and their families everyday."

In Chatham, yard signs and banners will be found around town and last week, Chatham Borough Mayor Bruce Harris visited the squad and signed a proclamation thanking them for their work.

For more information EMS week, visit the website. And to donate to the Chatham Emergency squad, visit their donation page. And to volunteer to help, see the sign up form online.

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