Community Emergency Medical Training and Preparedness
01/25/2026
National IV Day recognizes the importance of intravenous therapy in modern healthcare.
IV access plays a critical role in emergency medicine, surgery, hydration, medication delivery, and patient stabilization across all care settings.
Today is an opportunity to highlight best practices, education, and the skilled professionals who place, manage, and monitor IV therapy every day, often under urgent and high-pressure conditions.
Proper training and adherence to evidence-based standards help ensure safer outcomes for patients and providers alike.
01/20/2026
Today, we honor the life and legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. and his unwavering commitment to equality, justice, and service to others.
Martin Luther King Jr. Day is also a reminder that service, compassion, and standing up for what is right strengthen our communities.
May we reflect on his words and carry his legacy forward through action, understanding, and unity.
01/11/2026
Human trafficking is a serious crime that affects millions of people worldwide, including men, women, and children in our own communities.
If you suspect human trafficking or need help, confidential support is available 24/7 through the National Human Trafficking Hotline:
📞 1-888-373-7888
📱 Text HELP to 233733
🌐 https://humantraffickinghotline.org
Awareness leads to action. Education leads to prevention. Together, we can help stop human trafficking.
01/09/2026
Today, we recognize the dedication and service of law enforcement officers who work every day to protect our communities. Their commitment and willingness to serve play an essential role in public safety.
We thank all officers for their hard work, their sacrifice, and their continued service to the people they protect.
12/25/2025
Merry Christmas to our entire community. This season is a time for connection, gratitude, and looking out for one another.
While families gather and celebrations begin, first responders across our region continue to serve.
We’re grateful for the EMTs, paramedics, firefighters, law enforcement, nurses, dispatchers, and other community heroes who keep our community safe every day of the year, including the holidays.
Wishing everyone a safe, joyful, and peaceful Christmas.
12/10/2025
Today, we recognize Human Rights Day, honoring the fundamental freedoms and protections that belong to every person, no matter their background, identity, or circumstance.
This day serves as a reminder to promote dignity, equality, and respect in our communities and around the world. When we advocate for human rights, we help create safer, healthier, and more just environments for everyone.
Let’s continue to stand for fairness, compassion, and the protection of every individual’s rights.
12/05/2025
Today we celebrate International Volunteer Day, a global reminder of the incredible impact volunteers make in communities everywhere. Their time, compassion, and dedication strengthen vital programs, uplift those in need, and help create lasting change.
Whether they’re supporting health initiatives, community events, education, emergency response, or local nonprofits, volunteers truly make the world a better place.
Thank you to every volunteer who shows up, gives back, and leads by example. Your service matters more than you know.
12/01/2025
Today is World AIDS Day, a time to honor those affected by HIV/AIDS and to continue raising awareness, promoting prevention, and supporting ongoing research.
Progress has been made, but education and access to care remain essential in reducing stigma and improving outcomes worldwide.
Together, we can continue moving toward a future without HIV/AIDS.
11/27/2025
Happy Thanksgiving from our family to yours!
We are thankful for this amazing community and the EMS workers who sacrifice their holidays to keep us safe.
Your sacrifices do not go unnoticed!
11/14/2025
Today is World Diabetes Day, a global effort to raise awareness about the growing impact of diabetes and the importance of prevention, early detection, and access to care.
Diabetes currently affects over 500 million people worldwide, and those numbers continue to rise. Understanding risk factors, recognizing symptoms, and learning healthy habits can make a real difference in long-term health outcomes.
Explore reliable information, tools, and educational resources here:
Stay informed. Stay proactive. And encourage others to do the same.
11/12/2025
This week, we celebrate the dedication, expertise, and compassion of Nurse Practitioners. NPs play a vital role in improving access to high-quality care, providing patient education, diagnosing, treating, and guiding individuals toward better health outcomes each day.
Their commitment strengthens our healthcare system and makes a meaningful impact in every community they serve.
Thank you to all NPs for your leadership, your knowledge, and the care you deliver with unwavering dedication.
11/11/2025
Happy Veterans Day to all the heroes who have served our country! 🇺🇸
Your dedication to protecting our country is admirable and appreciated. Thank you for your service.
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Cary Rescue Squad was formed because in the summer of 1971 a 4 year old boy was struck by a furniture truck and died in the street after waiting 45 minutes for an ambulance to respond from Raleigh. The first meeting of the steering committee was September 19, 1971. At this meeting, the charter members agreed that the rescue squad should not be a part of YRAC fire department and a week later they had a meeting with Fred Bond, Mayor of Cary, to discuss funding.
The founding members of Cary Rescue Squad were:
John Owen
Jerry Adams
Jackie Hunter
Howard Finch
Joe Hodges
Benny Rideout
Billy Henderson
The founding members developed seven principles to help guide in the formation of Cary Rescue Squad. They were:
The Squad would be autonomous.
Start with fully trained personnel – “advanced first-aid” at the time.
Project a professional image.
Require all members to pull duty from the station.
Use pagers instead of a siren to alert members of a call.
Start with new equipment.
Not raise funds through the use of BBQ’s or similar events.
The first call for Cary Rescue Squad occurred on August 18, 1972 at 9:20 pm at Yates Place (Old US 1). The nature of the call was severe bleeding from wrist and the patient was transported to Rex Hospital. Jerry Adams was the primary attendant on the call assisted by David Weaver, Benny Rideout, Bob Weaver, Tom Brown, and John Servis.
Cary EMS’s current response district includes 60 square miles covering Cary, Morrisville, Swift Creek, parts of Apex, and Raleigh.
