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Wednesday’s #EMSWeek theme is “EMS for Children Day,” and it highlights the special needs of the pediatric patient. Learn more about Virginia’s EMS for Children Program at: ow.ly/nVxu50VVXq7 #EMSWeek2025

Take a look at this article from WSLS highlighting National #EMSWeek and recognizing the vital role of first responders: ow.ly/o6su50VWrvi

The Virginia EMS Portal & all applications associated with the portal database (e.g. Mobile App, Course Lookup, EMS Provider Search, etc.) will be down for maintenance Sunday, May 25, 2025, from 2:00 a.m. until approximately 10:00 a.m. to allow for an OS Patch Deployment.

#ICYMI During #EMSWeek, we’re highlighting a blog from Virginia Office of EMS Director Dr. Maria Beermann-Foat, reflecting on her first 100 days—and the journey toward rebuilding trust, listening deeply and shaping a shared future for EMS in Virginia: ow.ly/zw7O50VWWpx

Thursday’s #EMSWeek theme is “Save-A-Life Day” to promote CPR and Stop the Bleed ®. Va. EMS Providers can find a Stop the Bleed® course near them, at: ow.ly/gJWj50VXi08. Find courses available through your Regional EMS Council, at: ow.ly/Tc9o50VXi09. #EMSWeek2025

Friday’s #EMSWeek theme is “EMS Recognition Day,” and it recognizes local EMS heroes. You can recognize excellence in EMS by nominating a Virginia EMS provider or organization. Learn more about Virginia’s EMS awards program: ow.ly/OKpV50VXMc1 #EMSWeek2025

Governor Glenn Youngkin Celebrates EMS Week with Special Event Recognizing the Governor’s EMS Award Recipients. Read the news release: ow.ly/494f50VXV7h #EMSWeek #EMSWeek2025

We’re sharing a special thank you video to Virginia’s EMS providers during #EMSWeek: youtu.be/N6Ogt1Kscb8 #EMSWeek2025 #ThankYou

Staff from the Virginia Office of EMS attended #EMSWeek events that honored the heart of the EMS system – its providers. OEMS Director Dr. Maria Beermann-Foat shared “You’re not just keeping up with change – you’re driving it.” Learn more: ow.ly/A75A50VYfhj #EMSWeek2025

Last year, EMS providers responded to 1.74 million calls for help in Virginia, approximately 4,754 incidents per day! As #EMSWeek2025 comes to a close, we thank Virginia’s 39,964 EMS providers & 548 agencies for serving their communities with strength, compassion & integrity.

Training Opportunity - EMS Officer I, June 23-24, 0800-1730 and Agency Field Training Officer, June 26, 0800-1230. Location: Mecklenburg County EMS, 349 Madison St., Boydton, VA. Register at: ow.ly/u3tf50W0nay. Registration closes June 6, 2025.

On May 19, Governor Glenn Youngkin honored the 2024 Governor’s EMS Award recipients, joined by Secretary of Health & Human Resources Janet Kelly, State Health Commissioner Karen Shelton, M.D. & VDH Chief Operating Officer Christopher Lindsay. Event photos: ow.ly/8vyI50W0uob

Save the date - The 28th annual Virginia Fallen Firefighters and EMS Service, June 7, 12 PM at the Richmond International Raceway Complex, Main Exhibition Hall. Governor Glenn Youngkin will be the keynote speaker. Learn more: bit.ly/3SdiDkp

VDH confirms that six children under the age of five have tragically lost their lives to swimming pool drownings in Virginia since Memorial Day. Health officials urge parents and caregivers to take precautions. vdh.virginia.gov/news/2025-news…

The Virginia EMS Portal and all applications associated with the portal database (e.g., Mobile App, Course Lookup, EMS Provider Search, etc.) will be down for maintenance Sunday, June 29, 2025, from 2:00 a.m. until approximately 12:00 p.m. for an OS Patch Deployment.

The Virginia Department of Health’s, Office of Emergency Medical Services is formally notifying Virginia’s EMS community of the upcoming process to reimagine Virginia’s EMS Council system. Learn more about the Regional EMS Council designation process: ow.ly/LcFU50WjjHE

This July 4, leave the fireworks to the professionals. Check out this message from the State Fire Marshal’s Office to learn how to celebrate safely. Learn more about firework safety here: bit.ly/4lyz9Iv

The Virginia Department of Health’s, Office of Emergency Medical Services Request for Application (RFA) for the Regional EMS Council designation is now open, July 7 - August 15, 2025. Learn more: ow.ly/ufjF50Wm1IK

Plan to attend the National EMS Memorial Service, July 19, at 5 p.m., at the Hyatt Regency Crystal City in Arlington, Va. EMS and air medical providers who died in the line of duty will be honored. The event will also be live-streamed. Learn more: ow.ly/aorQ50WqetO

Virginia Department of Health Encourages Families to Take the Pool Safely Pledge - Commonwealth Continues to See an Increase in Small Children Drownings in Pools. Read the news release: ow.ly/evoR50WreXB