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Next European EMS Congress: EMS2027 Ireland
www.emseurope.org
Next European EMS Congress: EMS2027 Ireland
www.emseurope.org
Registration is now live for #EMS2027
The early bird rate represents a significant saving and will be available until 18th December 2026.
Visit emscongress2027.org to register for next year’s congress.
The early bird rate represents a significant saving and will be available until 18th December 2026.
Visit emscongress2027.org to register for next year’s congress.
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I am pleased to welcome EMS friends from Ireland, Europe, and across the world to the 2027 European EMS Congress here in beautiful Killarney. Our Congress theme this year is “Connecting Care AcrossCommunities”.
emscongress2027.org
October 6, 2026 at 7:38 AM
Registration is now live for #EMS2027
The early bird rate represents a significant saving and will be available until 18th December 2026.
Visit emscongress2027.org to register for next year’s congress.
The early bird rate represents a significant saving and will be available until 18th December 2026.
Visit emscongress2027.org to register for next year’s congress.
In September, the Global Health Symposium brought together 160 participants at Maastricht University to discuss "Emergency Preparedness for Extreme Weather and Climate-Related Health Threats".
EMS Europe was represented at the symposium by Dr Freddy Lippert, Dr Pierre Carli & Jaap-Frank Ponstein.
EMS Europe was represented at the symposium by Dr Freddy Lippert, Dr Pierre Carli & Jaap-Frank Ponstein.
October 5, 2026 at 7:46 AM
In September, the Global Health Symposium brought together 160 participants at Maastricht University to discuss "Emergency Preparedness for Extreme Weather and Climate-Related Health Threats".
EMS Europe was represented at the symposium by Dr Freddy Lippert, Dr Pierre Carli & Jaap-Frank Ponstein.
EMS Europe was represented at the symposium by Dr Freddy Lippert, Dr Pierre Carli & Jaap-Frank Ponstein.
We have partnered with the Pre-Hospital Care Podcast (PHCP) hosted by Eoin Walker, for #EMS2027 in Ireland.
Over the next few months, Eoin will be joined on the podcast by EMS Europe Board Members.
Listen to the Pre-Hospital Care Podcast on Apple, Spotify or YouTube.
#internationalpodcastday
Over the next few months, Eoin will be joined on the podcast by EMS Europe Board Members.
Listen to the Pre-Hospital Care Podcast on Apple, Spotify or YouTube.
#internationalpodcastday
September 30, 2026 at 7:34 AM
We have partnered with the Pre-Hospital Care Podcast (PHCP) hosted by Eoin Walker, for #EMS2027 in Ireland.
Over the next few months, Eoin will be joined on the podcast by EMS Europe Board Members.
Listen to the Pre-Hospital Care Podcast on Apple, Spotify or YouTube.
#internationalpodcastday
Over the next few months, Eoin will be joined on the podcast by EMS Europe Board Members.
Listen to the Pre-Hospital Care Podcast on Apple, Spotify or YouTube.
#internationalpodcastday
Visit www.emscongress2027.org to apply for any of these opportunities at #EMS2027
September 29, 2026 at 7:19 AM
Visit www.emscongress2027.org to apply for any of these opportunities at #EMS2027
Applications for the European EMS Championship 2027 now open.
Are you ready to challenge yourself and your team of EMS colleagues on the international stage?
The deadline to apply for the championship is 13th November 2026.
#EMS2027
Are you ready to challenge yourself and your team of EMS colleagues on the international stage?
The deadline to apply for the championship is 13th November 2026.
#EMS2027
September 27, 2026 at 11:29 PM
Applications for the European EMS Championship 2027 now open.
Are you ready to challenge yourself and your team of EMS colleagues on the international stage?
The deadline to apply for the championship is 13th November 2026.
#EMS2027
Are you ready to challenge yourself and your team of EMS colleagues on the international stage?
The deadline to apply for the championship is 13th November 2026.
#EMS2027
Abstract Submissions are now open for #EMS2027
The deadline for all abstract submissions is 13th November 2026. Please note that the deadline will not be extended.
Submit online via www.emscongress2027.org
The deadline for all abstract submissions is 13th November 2026. Please note that the deadline will not be extended.
Submit online via www.emscongress2027.org
September 20, 2026 at 11:35 PM
Abstract Submissions are now open for #EMS2027
The deadline for all abstract submissions is 13th November 2026. Please note that the deadline will not be extended.
Submit online via www.emscongress2027.org
The deadline for all abstract submissions is 13th November 2026. Please note that the deadline will not be extended.
Submit online via www.emscongress2027.org
Today is #worldpatientsafetyday
The sub theme for #EMS2025 was “Safety for our patients, our people and our communities”
You can now watch the opening keynote on patient safety from the Congress: youtu.be/epfkAFV8tRw?...
The sub theme for #EMS2025 was “Safety for our patients, our people and our communities”
You can now watch the opening keynote on patient safety from the Congress: youtu.be/epfkAFV8tRw?...
EMS2025 Keynote: Patient Safety by Pelle Gustafson
YouTube video by European EMS
youtu.be
September 17, 2026 at 6:04 AM
Today is #worldpatientsafetyday
The sub theme for #EMS2025 was “Safety for our patients, our people and our communities”
You can now watch the opening keynote on patient safety from the Congress: youtu.be/epfkAFV8tRw?...
The sub theme for #EMS2025 was “Safety for our patients, our people and our communities”
You can now watch the opening keynote on patient safety from the Congress: youtu.be/epfkAFV8tRw?...
We are now welcoming bookings from sponsors and exhibitors for #EMS2027
Read and download the prospectus here: www.linkedin.com/posts/europe...
Read and download the prospectus here: www.linkedin.com/posts/europe...
September 14, 2026 at 7:12 AM
We are now welcoming bookings from sponsors and exhibitors for #EMS2027
Read and download the prospectus here: www.linkedin.com/posts/europe...
Read and download the prospectus here: www.linkedin.com/posts/europe...
EMS Europe has joined the @who.int Acute Care Action Network (ACAN)
Learn more: emseurope.org/ems-europe-j...
Learn more: emseurope.org/ems-europe-j...
September 14, 2026 at 6:22 AM
EMS Europe has joined the @who.int Acute Care Action Network (ACAN)
Learn more: emseurope.org/ems-europe-j...
Learn more: emseurope.org/ems-europe-j...
The theme for the 2027 European EMS Congress will be "Connecting Care Across Communities"
#EMS2027 will explore how "connecting care across communities" involves technological advancement, accessibility, innovation, sustainability, reactivity and human factors.
emseurope.org/ems2027-cong...
#EMS2027 will explore how "connecting care across communities" involves technological advancement, accessibility, innovation, sustainability, reactivity and human factors.
emseurope.org/ems2027-cong...
August 4, 2026 at 5:44 AM
The theme for the 2027 European EMS Congress will be "Connecting Care Across Communities"
#EMS2027 will explore how "connecting care across communities" involves technological advancement, accessibility, innovation, sustainability, reactivity and human factors.
emseurope.org/ems2027-cong...
#EMS2027 will explore how "connecting care across communities" involves technological advancement, accessibility, innovation, sustainability, reactivity and human factors.
emseurope.org/ems2027-cong...
Today, we have announced a change of date for #EMS2027
Read more about this and the appointment of the Professional Congress Organiser for EMS2027 here:
emseurope.org/2027-europea...
Read more about this and the appointment of the Professional Congress Organiser for EMS2027 here:
emseurope.org/2027-europea...
August 3, 2026 at 5:32 AM
Today, we have announced a change of date for #EMS2027
Read more about this and the appointment of the Professional Congress Organiser for EMS2027 here:
emseurope.org/2027-europea...
Read more about this and the appointment of the Professional Congress Organiser for EMS2027 here:
emseurope.org/2027-europea...
Reposted by EMS Europe
Today is #InternationalParamedicsDay, and AACE are celebrating the passion, courage and dedication of #paramedics and first responders everywhere.
From life‑threatening emergencies to quiet acts of reassurance, the difference they make every single day is profound.🙏💚
#IPD2026
From life‑threatening emergencies to quiet acts of reassurance, the difference they make every single day is profound.🙏💚
#IPD2026
July 8, 2026 at 8:43 AM
Today is #InternationalParamedicsDay, and AACE are celebrating the passion, courage and dedication of #paramedics and first responders everywhere.
From life‑threatening emergencies to quiet acts of reassurance, the difference they make every single day is profound.🙏💚
#IPD2026
From life‑threatening emergencies to quiet acts of reassurance, the difference they make every single day is profound.🙏💚
#IPD2026
Reposted by EMS Europe
Today is International Paramedics Day 2026.
Thank you for the vital role you play in Emergency Medicine.
If you want to share your story with us about your experience as a paramedic, comment below or tell us directly #ShareYourStory #IPD2026
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Thank you for the vital role you play in Emergency Medicine.
If you want to share your story with us about your experience as a paramedic, comment below or tell us directly #ShareYourStory #IPD2026
forms.office.com/e/h...
July 8, 2026 at 9:00 AM
Today is International Paramedics Day 2026.
Thank you for the vital role you play in Emergency Medicine.
If you want to share your story with us about your experience as a paramedic, comment below or tell us directly #ShareYourStory #IPD2026
forms.office.com/e/h...
Thank you for the vital role you play in Emergency Medicine.
If you want to share your story with us about your experience as a paramedic, comment below or tell us directly #ShareYourStory #IPD2026
forms.office.com/e/h...
Happy International Paramedics Day! 💙
July 8, 2026 at 8:43 AM
Happy International Paramedics Day! 💙
One year ago today #EMS2025 began.
Thank you to everyone who attended and contributed to a truly memorable event! We can’t wait to do it all again in 2027.
Thank you to everyone who attended and contributed to a truly memorable event! We can’t wait to do it all again in 2027.
June 2, 2026 at 7:10 AM
One year ago today #EMS2025 began.
Thank you to everyone who attended and contributed to a truly memorable event! We can’t wait to do it all again in 2027.
Thank you to everyone who attended and contributed to a truly memorable event! We can’t wait to do it all again in 2027.
The European EMS Leadership Forum
This exclusive event for Executives working in European Emergency Medical Services (EMS) will bring together experienced leaders in EMS to share insights on system performance, clinical leadership and the future of pre-hospital care.
emseurope.org/ems-europe-a...
This exclusive event for Executives working in European Emergency Medical Services (EMS) will bring together experienced leaders in EMS to share insights on system performance, clinical leadership and the future of pre-hospital care.
emseurope.org/ems-europe-a...
May 18, 2026 at 6:31 AM
The European EMS Leadership Forum
This exclusive event for Executives working in European Emergency Medical Services (EMS) will bring together experienced leaders in EMS to share insights on system performance, clinical leadership and the future of pre-hospital care.
emseurope.org/ems-europe-a...
This exclusive event for Executives working in European Emergency Medical Services (EMS) will bring together experienced leaders in EMS to share insights on system performance, clinical leadership and the future of pre-hospital care.
emseurope.org/ems-europe-a...
#InternationalNursesDay
EMS Europe Board Member and Nurse, Jaap-Frank Ponstein has written about the importance of nurses in an evolving pre-hospital landscape.
Read his blog post in celebration of nurses on our website: emseurope.org/internationa...
Image courtesy of Ambulancezorg Groningen
EMS Europe Board Member and Nurse, Jaap-Frank Ponstein has written about the importance of nurses in an evolving pre-hospital landscape.
Read his blog post in celebration of nurses on our website: emseurope.org/internationa...
Image courtesy of Ambulancezorg Groningen
May 12, 2026 at 3:33 PM
#InternationalNursesDay
EMS Europe Board Member and Nurse, Jaap-Frank Ponstein has written about the importance of nurses in an evolving pre-hospital landscape.
Read his blog post in celebration of nurses on our website: emseurope.org/internationa...
Image courtesy of Ambulancezorg Groningen
EMS Europe Board Member and Nurse, Jaap-Frank Ponstein has written about the importance of nurses in an evolving pre-hospital landscape.
Read his blog post in celebration of nurses on our website: emseurope.org/internationa...
Image courtesy of Ambulancezorg Groningen
Today is the Day of the Bicycle Helmet in the Netherlands 🇳🇱
The aim is to raise awareness of the risks of head injuries without a bicycle helmet.
The campaign started in the region where Team NL Ambulance IJsselland is active. Thank you to the EMS2025 Championship runners-up for these photos 🚴♂️
The aim is to raise awareness of the risks of head injuries without a bicycle helmet.
The campaign started in the region where Team NL Ambulance IJsselland is active. Thank you to the EMS2025 Championship runners-up for these photos 🚴♂️
April 15, 2026 at 6:35 AM
Today is the Day of the Bicycle Helmet in the Netherlands 🇳🇱
The aim is to raise awareness of the risks of head injuries without a bicycle helmet.
The campaign started in the region where Team NL Ambulance IJsselland is active. Thank you to the EMS2025 Championship runners-up for these photos 🚴♂️
The aim is to raise awareness of the risks of head injuries without a bicycle helmet.
The campaign started in the region where Team NL Ambulance IJsselland is active. Thank you to the EMS2025 Championship runners-up for these photos 🚴♂️
The 2nd April is Autism Awareness Day and Killarney, the location for #EMS2027 is an autism-friendly town.
The Gleneagle and over 30 businesses in Killarney have been recognised as Autism Friendly Champions.
autismfriendlykillarney.com
The Gleneagle and over 30 businesses in Killarney have been recognised as Autism Friendly Champions.
autismfriendlykillarney.com
April 2, 2026 at 7:37 AM
The 2nd April is Autism Awareness Day and Killarney, the location for #EMS2027 is an autism-friendly town.
The Gleneagle and over 30 businesses in Killarney have been recognised as Autism Friendly Champions.
autismfriendlykillarney.com
The Gleneagle and over 30 businesses in Killarney have been recognised as Autism Friendly Champions.
autismfriendlykillarney.com
We are pleased to announce that the next EMS Europe congress will be held in Ireland in 2027
#EMS2027 is hosted by EMS Europe, in collaboration with the National Ambulance Service of Ireland and is supported by Fáilte Ireland and the Kerry Convention Bureau
More info: emseurope.org/ems-europe-a...
#EMS2027 is hosted by EMS Europe, in collaboration with the National Ambulance Service of Ireland and is supported by Fáilte Ireland and the Kerry Convention Bureau
More info: emseurope.org/ems-europe-a...
March 24, 2026 at 7:26 AM
We are pleased to announce that the next EMS Europe congress will be held in Ireland in 2027
#EMS2027 is hosted by EMS Europe, in collaboration with the National Ambulance Service of Ireland and is supported by Fáilte Ireland and the Kerry Convention Bureau
More info: emseurope.org/ems-europe-a...
#EMS2027 is hosted by EMS Europe, in collaboration with the National Ambulance Service of Ireland and is supported by Fáilte Ireland and the Kerry Convention Bureau
More info: emseurope.org/ems-europe-a...
In a powerful patient story shared at #EMS2025, emergency service personnel and hospital clinicians from the Stockholm Region demonstrated how 'It Takes a System to Save a Life' when lightning strikes...
To hear the full story, head to our YouTube channel:
youtu.be/b166MkzwCSM
To hear the full story, head to our YouTube channel:
youtu.be/b166MkzwCSM
March 23, 2026 at 1:55 AM
In a powerful patient story shared at #EMS2025, emergency service personnel and hospital clinicians from the Stockholm Region demonstrated how 'It Takes a System to Save a Life' when lightning strikes...
To hear the full story, head to our YouTube channel:
youtu.be/b166MkzwCSM
To hear the full story, head to our YouTube channel:
youtu.be/b166MkzwCSM
The #EMS2025 Championship Final is now available on YouTube.
Watch as the teams from KAGes & Med Uni Graz (Austria), Capital Region Denmark and Ijsselland (Netherlands) compete in a complex and challenging scenario in front of a live audience.
youtu.be/lFB253GBM-Q
Watch as the teams from KAGes & Med Uni Graz (Austria), Capital Region Denmark and Ijsselland (Netherlands) compete in a complex and challenging scenario in front of a live audience.
youtu.be/lFB253GBM-Q
EMS2025 Championship Final
YouTube video by European EMS
youtu.be
March 16, 2026 at 7:38 AM
The #EMS2025 Championship Final is now available on YouTube.
Watch as the teams from KAGes & Med Uni Graz (Austria), Capital Region Denmark and Ijsselland (Netherlands) compete in a complex and challenging scenario in front of a live audience.
youtu.be/lFB253GBM-Q
Watch as the teams from KAGes & Med Uni Graz (Austria), Capital Region Denmark and Ijsselland (Netherlands) compete in a complex and challenging scenario in front of a live audience.
youtu.be/lFB253GBM-Q
Listen now on Spotify
March 12, 2026 at 9:57 PM
Listen now on Spotify
This year the theme for International Women’s Day is “give to gain” and so we celebrate the women who share their knowledge and expertise with the EMS community.
It takes a system to save a life.
#internationalwomensday2026
It takes a system to save a life.
#internationalwomensday2026
March 8, 2026 at 7:15 AM
This year the theme for International Women’s Day is “give to gain” and so we celebrate the women who share their knowledge and expertise with the EMS community.
It takes a system to save a life.
#internationalwomensday2026
It takes a system to save a life.
#internationalwomensday2026