Commitment Service Sacrifice
Taking a page out of the American National EMS Memorial Foundation - we at The Human Behind The Responder wish to embark on a journey - a journey where our dedicated members will share examples of what they are doing with real life stories depicting:
Commitment to their chosen profession
Service to others
Sacrifice that they, or members of their profession are making or, have made
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Sacrifice
The Human Behind The Responder recognizes that first responders in America and Canada deserve recognition and support. As we journey forth, we will strive to align with organizations that speak our language. Check out the link below to our first alignment with the National EMS Memorial Foundation and their efforts to promote
Commitment, Service, Sacrifice
From the earliest days of EMS service, providers have continually put themselves on the line “so that others might live.” It’s a high-risk profession. According to the US Bureau of Labor Statistics:
“EMTs and paramedics have one of the highest rates of injuries and illnesses of all occupations. They are required to do considerable kneeling, bending, and lifting while caring for and moving patients. They may be exposed to contagious diseases and viruses, such as hepatitis B and HIV. Sometimes they can be injured by combative patients…”
In 2018, recognizing the commitment, service and sacrifice of the lost or disabled members of the EMS Provider community, Congress passed Public Law 115-275 authorizing the National EMS Memorial Foundation to establish a fitting and permanent National EMS Memorial in Washington, DC.