Memorial Hospital of Rhode Island and The Blackstone Valley Regional Emergency Medical Services (EMS) Council honored EMS workers in the Pawtucket area with an appreciation breakfast at the hospital recently. National Emergency Medical Services Week in Rhode Island was celebrated during May 15 – 21, 2011.

The Administration and staff at Memorial Hospital of Rhode Island recognizes the value of EMS providers as a vital public service for the local community. EMS workers provide immediate lifesaving care and transportation to those in need 24 hours a day, seven days a week.