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Events during EMS Week
2002
Sunday, May 19, 4:00 p.m.
- EMS recognition
Dinner.
A recognition dinner was held for the members of the Rescue Squad.
The 5 top runners were presented with a certificate and a personalized
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Monday, May 20, 6:00 p.m. -Bicycle
safety program / Scavenger Hunt.
Bike inspection and safety course followed by a a "Bicycle
Scavenger Hunt.
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| Wednesday, May 22,
10:00 a.m. We visted the students
at the North Star East school in Kantner, PA.
The students explored the ambulance and got a first hand look at what
EMS does.
6:00
p.m. Kid's
night!
A fun filled night where kid's came and had fun.
Ice
cream eating contest, games, prizes, free food, and a lot more!
The evening activities were at the community building. The
first 25 kids to arrive received a coupon for an event T-Shirt from
John's Custom Creations.
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| Friday, May 24, 6:00
p.m. Community Volleyball Game -
Cancelled due to Rain |
| Saturday, May
25 Lots of
things to do on this day!
7 a.m. - 1 p.m. -
Community
Health Fair
In cooperation with the Hooversville Lions club there was
a Health Fair (for all ages) will be at the community
building. Free literature blood testing was be available.
The community support for this event was very poor!
10 a.m. -
Community
Kickball Game
A kickball game was be held at the Hooversville ball field. Lunch will be provided.
12 p.m. Conemaugh MEDSTAR
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Conemaugh Medical Center's helicopter, landed. The crew
provided tours and answered questions. This helicopter provides a
vital service to our community.
7 p.m.
Community Skating
Party
To wrap up the evening, a skating party was held at the community
building. There was no charge for skating and refreshments were available. |
Special Days During the Week-Long Observance
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May 22-Second Annual Emergency Medical Services for
Children Day. This day focuses on drawing national
attention to the essential need for specialized emergency care for
children to ensure that every child in the nation receives the
highest quality emergency care possible-from primary prevention to
acute care and rehabilitation.
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May 25-Third Annual National Moment of Silence.
The National EMS Memorial Service, Roanoke, Va., organizes this
national event to honor and remember the nation's EMS providers who
have made the ultimate sacrifice and given their lives in the line
of duty. All EMS and communications agencies participating observe
60 seconds of radio silence on this day at 7 p.m. (EDT).
This year's EMS Week honors the rescuers and
medical teams who answered the call to the World Trade Center and
Pentagon rescue efforts, and especially to those who made the ultimate
sacrifice by giving their lives," said Michael L. Carius, MD, FACEP,
president of ACEP. "The courage and heroism displayed during these
disasters is emblematic of the bravery, commitment and sacrifice EMS
providers bring to their jobs 24/7, 365 days a year."
This year's theme, "EMS: Help is a Heartbeat Away,"
emphasizes the responsiveness of emergency medical services around the
country, while underscoring the importance of the national 9-1-1
emergency number system. It also addresses the commitment and dedication
of the 750,000 EMS providers who serve their communities.
In recognition of the recent heroic actions of the many EMS, fire and
other public safety personnel during and following the events of
September 11th, a special patriotic logo has been designed. The red,
white and blue "EMS: Proud to Serve" logo was developed to be
worn with pride by those individuals who protect the nation's health and
safety at home.
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