by Catie Ballenger, American Red Cross
As if scripted for a movie, this year’s COVID-19 outbreak provided a poignant introduction to America’s 46th annual salute to its emergency medical providers. As thousands fell ill and society ground to a near-halt in an unprecedented epidemic, EMS providers kept doing what they do: They kept turning up for work, kept answering calls and kept providing the best possible care despite uncertainty and risk to themselves.
The American Red Cross of Colorado and Wyoming is so proud of our country’s EMTs and paramedics. You serve with compassion. You give of your time. Thank you for all that you do.
Be the help until help arrives.
What are three things this #EMSWeek 2020 you can do to help save a life?
- Get trained
- Get a bleeding control and first aid kit
- Take action