STOP THE BLEED® Day 2025: What a Day for Life-Saving Action
Stop The Bleed Coalition | May 2025
May 22, 2025, marked an incredible milestone for the STOP THE BLEED® program. This year’s STOP THE BLEED® Day was our most impactful yet, with unprecedented participation, visibility, and life-saving action.
From bustling cities to small towns, and from classrooms to trauma centers, individuals and organizations united to say: “I’m ready to save a life.”
This year’s campaign featured the first STOP THE BLEED® Trainathon using the Training Management System, inspiring tens of thousands to:
- Take a STOP THE BLEED® class
- Watch an official training video
- Complete the STOP THE BLEED® Quiz
This effort is only possible because of our incredible network of partners, advocates, and volunteers, including:
- Licensed STOP THE BLEED® instructors teaching people worldwide
- Schools, workplaces, and civic groups hosting community training events
- Media outlets, influencers, and public health leaders amplifying our message
- STOP THE BLEED® Ambassadors reaching new audiences in their communities
We are proud to support and be part of these efforts, helping communities everywhere prepare for emergencies.
A Life-Saving STOP THE BLEED® Moment: Kevin’s Story
Moravia Fire & Rescue | May 2025
On May 13, Moravia Fire and Rescue responded to a critical emergency: a man named Kevin had been run over by a brush cutter and lost both legs. Eight volunteer firefighters responded immediately, knowing that uncontrolled bleeding can be fatal in minutes.
En route, tourniquets were prepared from jump bags, ready for use. Remarkably, Kevin was able to wave them down despite his injuries. The EMS crew applied life-saving tourniquets, stabilized him with the help of Centerville Fire & Rescue, and he was airlifted to Mercy Des Moines for advanced trauma care.
In the days following, the team eagerly awaited updates. On Monday, they received the news: Kevin was recovering well and wanted to meet the team who saved his life.
The reunion was emotional, filled with gratitude and reflection. Kevin shared his plans to get back on the golf course, rebuild his home, and move forward with the same courage he displayed during the accident. He emphasized:
“I appreciate everything everyone does. This is your life, but you SAVED mine.”
Kevin’s story underscores the profound impact of STOP THE BLEED® training, reminding us all why knowing how to control life-threatening bleeding matters.
ZOLL: Supporting Life-Saving Training as a Corporate Sponsor
Stop The Bleed Coalition | June 10, 2025
We are proud to welcome ZOLL as a 2025 corporate sponsor. A global leader in acute critical care, ZOLL develops innovative medical devices and software that empower both professionals and laypeople to respond effectively in emergencies.
From defibrillation to CPR feedback and data management, ZOLL’s technologies support rapid response and better outcomes—aligning perfectly with the STOP THE BLEED® mission. Their support helps expand access to life-saving training and equipment, ensuring more people are prepared to act when seconds matter.
Missouri Passes New STOP THE BLEED® Legislation
Stop The Bleed Coalition | June 2025
Missouri’s Stop the Bleed Act aims to enhance emergency preparedness in schools by equipping staff and facilities to respond to traumatic bleeding incidents. Passed by both the House and Senate, the bill is awaiting the governor’s signature.
Key Provisions Include:
- Bleeding Control Kits: Schools must place kits in high-traffic areas such as cafeterias, auditoriums, and vocational classrooms.
- Training Requirements: School personnel receive annual training in bleeding control techniques.
- Protocol Development: DESE will create a traumatic blood loss protocol by January 1, 2026.
- Maintenance & Restocking: Kits must be inspected annually and promptly restocked after use.
- Liability Protection: School staff using kits in good faith are protected from civil liability, except in cases of gross negligence or willful misconduct.
Travis Coleman discussed this legislation in a recent STOP THE BLEED® podcast, highlighting his work to make schools safer.
