Community Emergency Medical Training and Preparedness
11/12/2025
This week, we celebrate the dedication, expertise, and compassion of Nurse Practitioners. NPs play a vital role in improving access to high-quality care, providing patient education, diagnosing, treating, and guiding individuals toward better health outcomes each day.
Their commitment strengthens our healthcare system and makes a meaningful impact in every community they serve.
Thank you to all NPs for your leadership, your knowledge, and the care you deliver with unwavering dedication.
11/11/2025
Happy Veterans Day to all the heroes who have served our country! 🇺🇸
Your dedication to protecting our country is admirable and appreciated. Thank you for your service.
11/09/2025
CEMTP extends our condolences to the family, friends, and colleagues of WakeMed Police Officer Roger Smith, who tragically lost his life in the line of duty.
This loss impacts many in the public safety and healthcare family. Thank you to everyone who assisted in the aftermath. To those who serve - be safe.
10/31/2025
We want to wish you all a happy and safe Halloween!
A special thanks to the EMS workers who are working today to ensure the kids of our communities can enjoy their night of trick-or-treating.
10/28/2025
Today, we recognize the dedication, courage, and sacrifice of first responders. The firefighters, EMTs, paramedics, police officers, and many others who protect our communities every day. Their quick action, skill, and commitment make a real difference in moments that matter most.
Thank you for your service and for keeping us safe.
10/04/2025
We are well underway with the FREE flu vaccine clinic. Cars were lined up first thing. We are here until NOON. Stay tuned for some additional dates this month to stop by to
10/04/2025
Stop by this Saturday for our annual flu clinic! 😷
Where: 107 Medcon Ct, Cary, NC 27511 📍
When: Saturday, October 4th, 8 AM - 12 PM (while supplies last)
Learn more at Communityemtp.com
10/03/2025
We’re proud to share a special story that NC State recently published on Ethan Clarke and his journey. Thank you to NC State for highlighting his dedication and impact.
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Cary Rescue Squad was formed because in the summer of 1971 a 4 year old boy was struck by a furniture truck and died in the street after waiting 45 minutes for an ambulance to respond from Raleigh. The first meeting of the steering committee was September 19, 1971. At this meeting, the charter members agreed that the rescue squad should not be a part of YRAC fire department and a week later they had a meeting with Fred Bond, Mayor of Cary, to discuss funding.
The founding members of Cary Rescue Squad were:
John Owen
Jerry Adams
Jackie Hunter
Howard Finch
Joe Hodges
Benny Rideout
Billy Henderson
The founding members developed seven principles to help guide in the formation of Cary Rescue Squad. They were:
The Squad would be autonomous.
Start with fully trained personnel – “advanced first-aid” at the time.
Project a professional image.
Require all members to pull duty from the station.
Use pagers instead of a siren to alert members of a call.
Start with new equipment.
Not raise funds through the use of BBQ’s or similar events.
The first call for Cary Rescue Squad occurred on August 18, 1972 at 9:20 pm at Yates Place (Old US 1). The nature of the call was severe bleeding from wrist and the patient was transported to Rex Hospital. Jerry Adams was the primary attendant on the call assisted by David Weaver, Benny Rideout, Bob Weaver, Tom Brown, and John Servis.
Cary EMS’s current response district includes 60 square miles covering Cary, Morrisville, Swift Creek, parts of Apex, and Raleigh.
