EMS Week Recognizes Front-Line Rescue Workers
Trenton N.J. – Mayor W. Reed Gusciora today commended Trenton’s Emergency Medical Service (EMS) workers for their efforts in the fight against COVID-19 in the Capital City. EMS Week ‘ensures that the important contributions of EMS first responders in safeguarding the health, safety and wellbeing of their communities are fully celebrated and recognized.
“Trenton residents value EMS first responders for being on the front lines of fighting this pandemic,” said Gusciora. “They risk their own health and safety whenever they transport Covid-19 patients, but they always look to the greater good.”
In declaring EMS Week, Mayor Gusciora recognized that “Trenton EMS system consists of emergency physicians, emergency nurses, emergency medical technicians, paramedics, and firefighters, who engage in thousands of hours of specialized training and continuing education to enhance their lifesaving skills.”
Mayor Gusciora declared that from May 18th-22nd will be hereby officially denoted as EMS Week in the Capital City.
“EMS workers are the front-line heroes in our City,” concluded Gusciora. “Their unique skills and dedication have saved countless lives and we salute their efforts in our community.”
[Attached is a copy of the EMS Week proclamation]
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