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Join ATS as we say thank you to our EMS Providers - our Everyday Heroes - for their exceptional and selfless services provided to countless patients every day. Thank you for putting your lives on hold, day after day, to respond to the emergency needs of your neighbors.

ITS NATIONAL NURSES WEEK! 'Often described as an art and a science, nursing is a profession that embraces dedicated people with varied interests, strengths and passions because of the many opportunities the profession offers.' Nurses serve in a variety of roles, and all of them with passion for the profession and with a strong commitment to patient safety. The American Trauma Society would like to take a moment to recognize all of our nurse members during this important week.

ATS, in collaboration with the Society of Trauma Nurses, is pleased to present the 25th anniversary of NTAM with the campaign slogan, “If You’re Distracted, We’re Impacted.” The campaign will this year, focus on the issue of Distraction, an important and critical issue for public safety, which demands immediate attention and action. Click on the "Programs" link above for campaign materials, and look out for more important information in the coming weeks.

ATS resources and provider fact sheets on blast Injuries, developed in conjunction with the Centers for Disease Control, was highlighted by FORBES.com in an article reviewing the injury patterns of victims from the bombings in Boston yesterday. Click here to read the article….