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Join us in supporting all respiratory therapists in the fight against COVID-19. Take advantage of our social media tools to help spread awareness and RT pride with your community. Find the resources you need including social media cover photos, shareable graphics and profile photo frames. Stay connected by using #RTSTRONG on your graphics and posts…. Read more »

The AARC issued a joint statement with various professional medical organizations from across the U.S. this week, addressing the question of placing multiple patients on one ventilator. The consensus statement includes the following organizations: Society of Critical Care Medicine (SCCM) American Association for Respiratory Care (AARC) American Society of Anesthesiologists (ASA) Anesthesia Patient Safety Foundation… Read more »

These Unsung Heroes Stand Ready and United for Patient Care “Now, more than ever before, the role of the respiratory therapist is vital to the health of our nation,” said AARC Executive Director Tom Kallstrom, MBA, RRT, FAARC. “Respiratory therapists sacrifice and dedicate themselves to helping their patients and their communities during this time of… Read more »

We thank respiratory therapists around the world for your patience, professionalism, hard work, sacrifice, and commitment to providing excellent patient care during the COVID-19 pandemic. Health care is constantly changing and due to recent events, we need respiratory therapists now more than ever. Your personal and professional sacrifices do not go unnoticed. Many of you… Read more »