EMS Week 2008

Events during EMS Week 2008 - May 17-24

Emergency Medical Services Week brings together local communities and medical personnel to publicize safety and honor the dedication of those who provide the day-to-day lifesaving services of medicine's "front line.

	"The theme for 2008 is "Your Life is Our Mission." This statement was chosen to recognize the commitment that emergency medical personnel make to the communities they serve. This dedication to their mission provides round-the-clock care to communities across the nation.
The weeklong series of events will include national and local activities to honor EMS providers (paramedics, emergency medical technicians, first responders, fire fighters, and police), and to raise public awareness about health and safety issues, including how to prevent injuries and what to do in a medical emergency.

	Wednesday May 21, 6:00 p.m. Hooversville Community Center Kid's night! In observance of this special day to celebrate EMS for Children we will host an evening of education and fun for the kids. Some of the events will included crafts, educational activities, and games. Free pizza and drinks Craft tables and games-we have something from little kids to big kids! Kids get your pictures taken to take home A fun night for all ages and best of all, it’s free!

	12:00 - MedStar Helicopter Appearance This helicopter provides a vital service to our community. Weather Permitting... Conemaugh Regional Trauma Resource Center's helicopter will and in our ball field. The crew will be available and answer questions and provide tours.

Everyone loves kickball	6:00 p.m. Hooversville Ball Field Community Kicball Game Kids of all ages are welcome to participate in a fun family activity.

Special Observances

	EMSC Day May 21, 2008
	This annual observance draws attention to the specialized need for pediatric emergency care to ensure that every child in the nation receives the highest quality emergency care possible.

National EMS Memorial Service
May 24, 2008, 7 PM | Roanoke, Virginia

The National EMS Memorial Service is a nondenominational ceremony held each year to honor those men and women of America’s EMS systems who have lost their lives in the line of duty. During the ceremony, family members, friends, co-workers, EMS and political leaders, and colleagues from EMS agencies from around the nation come together to remember their loved ones and colleagues. The day incorporates the National Moment of Silence at 20:00 hours EDT.

For more information, call (804) 749-8191 or visit http://nemsms.org.

	National EMS Memorial Bike Ride May 17-24, 2008 \| www.muddyangels.com
	The National EMS Memorial Bike Ride raises awareness of the National EMS Memorial and the National EMS Memorial Service, which honors those members of the EMS community who have lost their lives in the line of duty. See Riding to Roanoke for information.