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April is Autism Awareness Month. A time to become a little more educated, show support, and celebrate the differences that make people unique. It’s about creating a culture where everyone feels seen, respected, and included. STAT MedEvac acknowledges the importance of supporting one another in the air and on the ground. This month is a great reminder that small actions can make a big impact when it comes to understanding and acceptance.

Wear Blue, Show Support

Throughout April, our team members are welcome to wear a blue shirt under their flight suit to help raise awareness. It’s a simple way to show support and maybe even start a conversation about the importance of honoring the month. Blue is the most associated with autism awareness. It represents calmness, understanding, and acceptance, and an easy way to show that we support inclusion and neurodiversity.

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STAT MedEvac is lucky enough to have Santa’s direct phone line, and we called him into work last week! Santa made a special visit to UPMC Children’s Hospital in Harrisburg, continuing a heartwarming tradition we started together years ago. We’re honored to help keep this joyful tradition going for many years to come. You can find the full article on TheBurgNews.com at Santa arrives to visit children at UPMC via MedEvac chopper – TheBurg.

Also thank you to FOX43 News for this coverage of Santa and his elf visiting the children. Santa brings holiday cheer to pediatric patients with helicopter visit.

Wednesday, December 17th, is National Wright Brothers Day. Established in 1963 by Congress through a joint resolution, “Wright Brothers Day” is used to honor the brothers’ first successful powered flight that changed the history of aviation as we know it.

Orville and Wilbur Wright were American aviation pioneers credited with inventing and flying the world’s first successful airplane. Orville’s first flight was made on December 17, 1903 in Kitty Hawk, North Carolina. It lasted 12 seconds and 120 feet around the site of the Wright Brothers National Memorial in the Outer Banks.

While the brothers were not the first to build and fly experimental aircraft, they were the first to invent aircraft controls. Their breakthrough invention was their creation of a three-axis control system, which enabled the pilot to steer the aircraft effectively and maintain its equilibrium. Their system of aircraft controls made fix-wing […]

Tuesday, August 19th, is National Aviation Day. Established in 1939 by Franklin D. Roosevelt, who issued a presidential proclamation to recognize the anniversary of Orville Wright’s birthday.

Orville and Wilbur Wright were American aviation pioneers credited with inventing and flying the world’s first successful airplane. Orville’s first flight was made on December 17, 1903 in Kitty Hawk, North Carolina. It lasted 12 seconds and 120 feet around the site of the Wright Brothers National Memorial in the Outer Banks.

While the brothers were not the first to build and fly experimental aircraft, they were the first to invent aircraft controls. Their breakthrough invention was their creation of a three-axis control system, which enabled the pilot to steer the aircraft effectively and maintain its equilibrium. Their system of aircraft controls made fix-wing powered flight possible and remains standard on airplanes of all kinds.

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Every August we celebrate National Wellness Month. Established in 2018, National Wellness Month emphasizes self-care and promotes well-being. The initiative aims to make wellness a priority, encouraging individuals to focus on physical, mental and emotional health through various practices and habits. There are three types of wellness: 

1. Physical Wellness: Taking care of your body through exercise, proper nutrition, and regular medical check-ups. It’s about feeling good in your body and maintaining energy levels. 
2. Emotional Wellness: Recognizing and managing your emotions effectively. Emotional wellness involves building resilience, fostering positive relationships, and finding healthy ways to cope with stress. 
3. Mental Wellness: This pertains to cognitive health and includes aspects such as intellectual growth, creativity, and critical thinking. Engaging in activities that stimulate your mind, like reading or solving puzzles, can enhance mental wellness.

Remember to take a little time for yourself every […]