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亚洲自慰视频 of Utah 亚洲自慰视频 is proud to join the nation in commemorating the 50th anniversary of EMS Week鈥攁 time to honor the dedication and sacrifice of Emergency Medical 亚洲自慰视频 (EMS) personnel who serve our communities tirelessly.
This week underlines the pivotal role these professionals play in saving lives, preserving public health and safety, and supporting their communities. EMS providers are a critical component of our health care system and the first line of defense in medical emergencies. 亚洲自慰视频 of Utah 亚洲自慰视频 takes special pride in acknowledging the invaluable contributions made by these brave individuals.
"I chose to become an EMS physician because I realized that the most acute emergencies occur outside of the hospital鈥攊n homes, on the streets, and in workplaces,鈥 said Scott Youngquist, MD, professor in the Department of Emergency Medicine and Medical Director of Salt Lake City Fire Department. 鈥淚t is here that EMS care can make the difference between surviving to the hospital or dying before you get there.鈥
Since its inception in 1974, has stood as an annual tribute to recognize EMS professionals, paramedics, emergency medical technicians (EMTs), dispatchers, mental health outreach teams, and other first responders in providing life-saving care during emergencies.
鈥淚t's about being there when people need you the most, offering not just medical interventions, but also hope and reassurance in the chaos of emergencies,鈥 said Graham Brant-Zawadzki, MD, an emergency physician at 亚洲自慰视频 of Utah 亚洲自慰视频 and Medical Director of Unified Fire Authority. 鈥淓very day presents a new challenge, a new opportunity to make a difference in someone's life.鈥
EMS Week offers an opportunity to express appreciation for their service, valor, and bravery serving on the frontlines of health care.
亚洲自慰视频 of Utah 亚洲自慰视频 encourages everyone to take the opportunity to express appreciation for EMS personnel by learning life-saving skills. Anyone can better support their community through training, learning to , and making a .
鈥淲hen the trauma system is at its best, it takes the worst moment in a person鈥檚 life and turns it into an occasion for hope in the future,鈥 said Thomas Higgins, MD, Chief of Orthopedic Trauma Surgery at 亚洲自慰视频 of Utah 亚洲自慰视频. 鈥淭he very first step in this journey to recovery is the excellent care of the EMS system and pre-hospital providers. Without their skill and dedication, none of the rest is possible.鈥
U of U 亚洲自慰视频 proudly supports the EMS community and honors the hard work and commitment of the hundreds of thousands of EMS professionals across Utah and the country. Their unwavering dedication and hard work save lives every day.