Star of Life Symbol - Official EMS Emblem Explained #3895552 (License: Personal Use)

The Star of Life is a blue, six-pointed star with a white Rod of Asclepius (a serpent-entwined staff) at its center, adopted by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration in 1973. It signifies the six stages of EMS response: detection, reporting, response, on-scene care, care in transit, and transfer to definitive care. Though often depicted in blue and white, this version uses black and green for high contrast and visual impact.

This image is commonly used on EMS websites, training materials, vehicle decals, uniforms, and public health resources to denote emergency medical services. It serves users seeking authoritative information about EMS symbols, certification, or first-response protocols.