May 15-21, 2010 is Emergency Medical Services (EMS) Week and is sponsored by the American College of Emergency Physicians. This year’s theme is “Everyday Heroes”.

May 18 is designated as Emergency Medical Services for Children (EMSC) Day!! This day focuses on the fundamental need for emergency care for children.

According to the American College of Emergency Physicians, the goal of National Emergency Medical Services Week is to bring 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,”

Visit http://www.acep.org/emsweek/ to learn more about program details and download 2011 planner.