EMS Heroes

From coast to coast, these September 11 memorials stand as solemn reminders of the courage, sacrifice and enduring spirit that emerged in the wake of tragedy

The 2024 moving memorial made several stops over 15 days through at least 18 states during the journey to Arlington

Triathlete Carson Clough visited first responders who rescued him in a boating accident

Elko Regional Airport held a ceremony with the National EMS Memorial Service to remember 36 fallen EMS first responders

A technical sergeant for the Air National Guard rushed through the crowd, knelt at the side of former FF Corey Comperatore’s head and pressed a towel against the wound

For 30 hours, Waverly Woodson Jr. treated 200 wounded men all while under intense small arms and artillery fire before collapsing from his injuries

Learn how a service dog helps a wildland firefighter and EMT manage her anxiety, interrupt nightmares and perform deep-pressure therapy

Survivors had the time to thank their rescuers in the annual Second Chance Ceremony

EMS providers “embody the best of our Nation — bravery, honor and respect, never failing to answer the call to help others,” President Joe Biden said

This symbol shows that we belong to something important and we are part of the power, strength and knowledge of every EMT

“It felt pretty good to be able to actually see the people and thank them for saving my life”

A flight paramedic shares her harrowing experience of a severe allergic reaction to medication and her gratitude to the flight nurse who treated her

Legislative takeaways from AAA’s Shawn Baird, Randy Strozyk and Dr. Gerad Troutman; and as well as Senator Bill Cassidy

The Irving Police Department and Irving Fire Department combined forces to offer EMDR therapy, an employee health clinic, wellness incentives and much more

The National EMS Memorial Service stopped in North Huntingdon to remember fallen EMTs, paramedics

59 EMS responders and their families will be recognized during a 3-day event in Arlington

59 fallen EMS providers are remembered on the trip to Arlington, Va.

Facebook friendship over the years led the Ritchie County Ambulance Authority paramedic to become a kidney donor to the former Marine’s daughter

Richmond County EMS officers were on their way to a graduation when they came upon the shooting outside a Richmond theater

The UPMC Williamsport paramedic was getting his dinner when he heard the crash next door

“This job has lots of sad days, but to see him with his family today makes the job worth it," EMS District Chief Kenneth Faria said

Activities include Moving Honors, the EMS Tree of Life unveiling ceremony and the presentation of dog tags to families

AMR officials named a training room in honor of Linda “Matt” Netski and decorated the walls with phrases she famously says, including “park and push”

“She was possibly going to go off the road, hit another car, another person, or worse,” said Josh Milne with Gilbert Fire and Rescue

Social media discussions have included CPR best practices, information on cardiac care and expressions of pride in the industry