Star of Life Symbol - EMS Medical Emergency Icon #3561194 (License: Personal Use)

This image displays the Star of Life, a six-pointed blue star outlined in white (here rendered in red with black outline for contrast), adopted by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration in 1973 as the official symbol for EMS. The central Rod of Asclepius-a serpent-entwined staff-is stylized here with a black wavy line to emphasize cardiac monitoring or life support functions. The design signifies the six stages of EMS response: detection, reporting, response, on-scene care, care in transit, and transfer to definitive care.

Commonly used on ambulances, EMT uniforms, medical equipment, and public signage to denote emergency medical services; ideal for healthcare websites, first-aid guides, and public safety portals where users seek authoritative info on EMS symbols and protocols.