SignalsAZ.com Prescott News Podcast - CAFMA Honored for Excellence in Pediatric Emergency Care

Episode Date: May 16, 2025

Send us a text and chime in!The Central Arizona Fire and Medical Authority (CAFMA) has been selected by the Pediatric Advisory Council for Emergency Services, part of the Arizona Department of Health Services (AZDHS), to receive the “Making Arizona Ready for Kids” (MARK) Recognition. To date, only six agencies statewide have earned this distinction, which highlights exceptional efforts in pediatric emergency care.   The MARK Program is a federal initiative launched through the AZDHS Emergency Medical Services for Children (EMSC) Program. It is designed to provide fire and EMS agencies with enhanced resources and training to more effectively serve children during emergencies. CAFMA was formally recognized... For the written story, read here >> https://www.signalsaz.com/articles/cafma-honored-for-excellence-in-pediatric-emergency-care/Check out the CAST11.com Website at: https://CAST11.com Follow the CAST11 Podcast Network on Facebook at: https://Facebook.com/CAST11AZFollow Cast11 Instagram at: https://www.instagram.com/cast11_podcast_network

Text to Speech Audio Articles made possible by Cast 11 Talking Glass Media. The Central Arizona Fire and Medical Authority, CAFMA, has been selected by the Pediatric Advisory Council for Emergency Services, part of the Arizona Department of Health Services, Aziz, to receive the making Arizona ready for kids, MARK, recognition. To date, only six agencies statewide have earned this distinction, which highlights exceptional efforts in pediatric emergency care. The Mark Program is a federal initiative launched through. the Aziz Emergency Medical Services for Children, EMSC, program. It is designed to provide fire and EMS agencies with enhanced resources and training to more effectively serve children during emergencies. CAFMA was formally recognized in Phoenix on May 8, 2025. This recognition is a testament to the dedication of our crews and the work they put in every day to provide the best

possible care, said CAFMA EMS chief Doug Niemanski. Pediatric emergencies can be some of the most challenging calls we face, and thanks to the support of the Mark program, CAFMA is even better equipped to meet those moments with confidence, compassion, and the right tools. At CAFMA, we believe that true preparedness means never standing still, said interim fire chief John Fetima. This recognition is not just about past efforts, it is about the standard we continue to set for the future of emergency care in our region. CAFMA continues to strengthen its connection with the families it serves by investing in pediatric specific training and equipment, ensuring even the smallest patients receive the highest level of care when it matters most. For more information on the Central Arizona

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