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We are excited to announce the 2024 EMS Mission: Lifeline Award winners in Virginia, recognizing the outstanding EMS agencies that have gone above and beyond to improve heart attack care and save lives. These agencies have demonstrated an unwavering commitment to providing exceptional, evidence-based treatment for heart attack patients, ensuring that those experiencing life-threatening emergencies receive the care they need quickly and effectively.
About the Mission: Lifeline Program
The American Heart Association’s Mission: Lifeline Program is dedicated to improving the care of heart attack patients by fostering seamless integration between EMS and hospital teams. EMS agencies play a critical role as the first point of contact in the care continuum, rapidly identifying heart attacks, initiating treatment, and ensuring timely handoffs to hospitals for advanced care.
The Mission: Lifeline Awards honor EMS agencies that consistently meet national standards for heart attack care, focusing on timely diagnosis, pre-hospital interventions, and collaboration with hospitals to ensure the fastest, most effective treatment.
4 EMS Agencies attended the September Statewide Meeting where they were AHA and VHAC Co-Founders presented their awards.
Honoring Virginia’s 2024 Award Winners
The following EMS agencies have been recognized for their excellence in heart attack care:
Abingdon Ambulance Service |
Arlington County Fire Department |
Cave Spring Rescue Squad |
Chesapeake Fire Department |
Chesterfield Fire and EMS |
City of Fairfax Fire Department |
City of Manassas Fire and Rescue |
Goochland County Department of Fire-Rescue & Emergency Services |
Henrico County Division of Fire |
James City County Fire Department |
Lancaster County Emergency Services |
Mecklenburg County Emergency Services |
Spotsylvania County Fire, Rescue, and Emergency Management |
Virginia Beach Department of EMS |
Westmoreland County Emergency Services |
Winchester Fire and Rescue |
York County Fire and Life Safety |
These agencies have made significant strides in reducing heart attack treatment times and improving patient outcomes through coordinated, timely, and evidence-based care.
The Importance of EMS in Heart Attack Care
For patients experiencing a heart attack, every second counts. EMS teams are often the first responders on the scene, making quick and accurate assessments that can mean the difference between life and death. The award-winning agencies have demonstrated exceptional dedication to ensuring that patients receive the highest standard of care, from the moment they call for help until they arrive at the hospital.
Through their tireless work and commitment to excellence, these agencies are not only saving lives but also setting a new standard for pre-hospital care across Virginia.
Acknowledging the Impact
We applaud the 2024 award recipients for their exceptional contributions to cardiac care. Their dedication to implementing best practices, streamlining heart attack response, and working closely with hospitals is a testament to the vital role that EMS plays in the survival and recovery of heart attack patients.
Thank you to each of these agencies for their hard work, passion, and commitment to improving heart health across Virginia. Your efforts are making a profound difference in the lives of countless patients and their families.
Looking Ahead
As we celebrate the achievements of these outstanding EMS teams, we look forward to continued advancements in heart attack care across the state. Together, we will keep raising the bar, ensuring that every patient receives the fastest and most effective treatment possible.
For more information about the Mission: Lifeline Program and the important role EMS plays in cardiac care, please visit the American Heart Association’s Mission: Lifeline website.
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