The Emergency Medical Services for Children programme will continue to assist emergency departments following US President Biden’s signing of the bill that reauthorises EMSC funding through 2029.
This programme, unique in its federal dedication to enhancing emergency services for children, ensures that young patients receive the necessary treatments during health emergencies.
The Emergency Nurses Association (ENA) has been a staunch advocate for the Emergency Medical Services for Children Reauthorization Act, recognising the direct benefits it provides to emergency departments.
The Act facilitates access to specialised medications, equipment, and training crucial for treating paediatric patients.
ENA president Chris Dellinger said: “Emergency nurses know better than anyone how vital it is for emergency departments to have access to specific pediatric equipment and training because children have specific needs.
“I have seen first-hand how the EMSC programme has helped EDs improve their paediatric care readiness, and that has helped improve pediatric outcomes and even save lives.”
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By GlobalDataThe reauthorisation reflects a longstanding commitment by ENA, which has been instrumental in promoting EMSC as a public policy priority.
The legislative success of the EMSC programme is also attributed to the bipartisan efforts of lawmakers, including Representative Buddy Carter, R-Ga., Representative Kathy Castor, R-Fla., Senator Bob Casey, D-Penn, and Senator Ted Budd, R-Ga., have been key proponents throughout the legislative process.
Buddy Carter said: “I am proud to lead this important bill reauthorising the programme, which is now law, and will continue supporting policies that promote children’s health and well-being.”
Since its inception in 1984 and its last reauthorisation in 2019, the EMSC programme has consistently received bipartisan congressional support and endorsement from a wide array of healthcare and patient advocacy groups.
Over the years, the programme has extended its funding to improve paediatric emergency care across all 50 states, the District of Columbia, and five US territories.