Star of Life Symbol - Official EMS Emblem Explained #1821204 (License: Personal Use)

This image displays the Star of Life, a six-pointed blue star outlined in white, with the Rod of Asclepius (a serpent-entwined staff) centered vertically. Adopted by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration in 1973, it signifies the six core functions of EMS: detection, reporting, response, on-scene care, care in transit, and transfer to definitive care. The symbol is universally recognized on ambulances, uniforms, and emergency signage.

Used on ambulance vehicles, EMT/paramedic badges, training materials, and healthcare websites to denote emergency medical services; matches user intent for identifying EMS symbols, understanding medical iconography, or sourcing official imagery for health-related content.