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Pediatric Readiness gains momentum in state trauma regulations

States are increasingly incorporating Pediatric Readiness standards into their trauma system regulations, strengthening emergency care …


ACEP accreditation: A roadmap to Pediatric Ready emergency care

The recently launched American College of Emergency Physicians (ACEP) Emergency Department Accreditation Program (EDAP) offers …


Nurses at the core of safer pediatric emergency care: New study highlights key role in Pediatric Readiness

A recent study published in the Journal of Emergency Nursing confirms that nurses are essential …


Celebrating the accomplishments of the EMSC Scholars and Fellows

The EMSC Scholars and Fellows Programs have officially wrapped up, and EMSC is proud to …


Meet the managers: Welcome the newest State Partnership program managers!

The EMSC Program is thrilled to introduce two new State Partnership Program managers for Hawaii …


The power of an idea: A conversation with Dr. Marianne Gausche-Hill

It has been four decades since the Emergency Medical Services for Children (EMSC) Program began …


State Spotlight: Maryland EMSC leads the way in pediatric prehospital High-Performance CPR

More than 10 years ago, Maryland introduced High-Performance CPR (HPCPR) for adults. This approach uses …


Celebrate EMS for Children Day: Join a free webinar on pediatric prehospital seizures

As part of National EMS Week 2025 (May 19–24), EMS for Children (EMSC) Day on …


New PEAK: Sepsis toolkit

April is Pediatric Sepsis Awareness Month, a critical time to raise awareness about the early …


Raising the bar for Pediatric Readiness Recognition Programs

Pediatric readiness saves lives. Yet, not all emergency departments (EDs) and EMS agencies across the …