National EMS Week • 2026

National EMS Week honors the entire EMS profession and its importance in protecting the safety and health of our citizens.

Each year during the third full week in May, the country recognizes National EMS Week and honors all the first responders and medical professionals who dedicate their lives to saving ours.

Across the nation, communities and medical professionals will honor the contributions of EMS practitioners. From rural communities with little to no local health care services to major cities teeming with humanity, dedicated first responders provide immediate care during a health crisis. Whether there is an accident or an illness, these trained professionals work around the clock to quickly ensure care is available. Keeping up with the latest training ensures they know the most effective life-saving emergency treatments. EMS practitioners are professionals of the highest caliber.

The week is an opportunity to recognize these home-grown heroes and to highlight some of their achievements. If you want to be part of the solution in times of medical crisis, Learn more at: