Category Prevention

The Region 5 EMS for Children Pediatric Assessment Challenge is a team-based pediatric simulation competition held during the EMS for Children Cookout on May 20, 2026, at Piedmont Macon North Hospital.

This supportive and engaging challenge emphasizes:

• Pediatric Assessment Triangle (PAT)
• Teamwork and communication
• Recognition of clinical deterioration
• Patient and caregiver interaction
• Clinical decision-making and transport considerations

Competition tracks include:

• Provider Teams
• Student Teams
• Junior Teams

Teams will participate in realistic pediatric-focused simulation scenarios designed around the first critical minutes of patient care.

The first six competing teams to register by May 7, 2026, will receive VIP incentive tickets to the July 4 Macon Bacon “R5TRAUMA Night” game.

For registration or additional information:
Kristal Smith – 478-288-0708

2026 EMS for Children Cookout

This year’s EMS for Children Cookout will be held on May 20th at Piedmont Macon North Hospital, 400 Charter Blvd, Macon, GA 31210. Please contact Liana Rogers at liana.rogers@piedmont.org if you have questions or would like to participate in this year’s event.

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DEADLINE FOR SUBMISSION EXTENDED TO MAY 7TH!

Central Georgia Region 5 Emergency Medical Services for Children (R5 EMSC), in partnership with the Region 5 Regional Trauma Advisory Committee (R5 RTAC), is excited to announce this year’s EMS Region 5 Art Contest. This annual competition encourages students to use their creativity and talent to raise awareness of EMS professionals and how to stay safe. The art contest is open to four groups spanning pre-K through 12th grade.

Students’ artwork should focus on a theme belonging to the two main categories below 1- EMS Awareness and 2- Injury Prevention and Safety. Students may create artwork using one of the suggested themes or another related theme or topic of their choosing.

START SUBMITTING YOUR ENTRIES NOW!

Submit an Entry Online: https://tinyurl.com/R5ArtContest2026

START SUBMITTING YOUR ENTRIES NOW!

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Submit an Entry Online: https://tinyurl.com/R5ArtContest2026

TRAUMA AND HYPOTHERMIA ARE A DEADLY COMBINATION

The lethal trauma triad—hypothermia, acidosis, and coagulopathy—is a significant cause of death in patients with traumatic injuries. Failing to stop any one of the triad’s components leads to worsening hemorrhage and eventual death.

• Stop the Bleeding
• Keep ambulances and resuscitation rooms warm
• Remove any wet clothing
• Cover patients with blankets and other warming devices
• Expose patients ONLY as needed for assessment and treatment
• Warm ALL IV fluids and blood products
• DO NOT infuse large volumes of crystalloid fluids*

*Generally, burn patients are the ONLY trauma patients who require large volumes of crystalloid fluids. Warm ALL IV fluids – burn trauma patients are especially susceptible to hypothermia.

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Telfair County – The first annual public safety community day and bike ride was a resounding success. The event was organized by Deputy Willie Coney and Wayne Clay of Telfair Cares. The Region 5 RTAC Injury Prevention Subcommittee provided bicycle helmets and safety literature for attendees. These children in attendance will not soon forget their law enforcement escorted bike ride nor their time paying and interacting with professional responders from the Telfair County Sheriff’s Office, Telfair County EMS, McRae-Helena Police Department, and McRae-Helena Fire Department

Thanks to Sheriff Sim Davidson and Deputy Will Coney for allowing the Trauma Injury Prevention Team to join the fun!

Houston County – Firearms Safety Day during Georgia Stay SAFE Week was a success! We are proud to have partnered with Air Evac Lifeteam 154, the Perry Police Department and City of Perry Fire & Emergency Services to keep our community SAFE! Fun prizes and safety activities were available for the children, and cable gun locks were provided to parents.

Creekwood Park and Splash Park

Perry Georgia
Thursday, June 24, 2021

Unfortunately, 90% of fatal firearm incidents involving children occur in the home. Medical organizations, public health agencies, gun owners’ associations, and public safety personnel all support safe firearm storage practices in homes with children and youth. Studies show that proper gun storage is associated with significant reductions in the risk of unintentional injuries and suicides among children and youth.

Each year during the first week of summer, we work collaboratively to reduce firearm injuries in the pediatric population and beyond in our state by promoting firearm storage and safety through community outreach and professional education. This summer, the Georgia Stay SAFE Coalition is excited to announce the launch of the Georgia Stays SAFE campaign. 

Please email region5rtac@gmail.com to learn more.