This April, we proudly celebrated the 40th anniversary of ECU Health EastCare, a lifeline for critically ill and injured patients across eastern North Carolina. As the first program in the state to carry whole blood products, EastCare continues to set the standard for critical care transport, operating a fleet of five helicopters and multiple ground units, including a Children’s Transport Team in partnership with James and Connie Maynard Children’s Hospital. With each helicopter logging over 900 hours—far surpassing the national average of 300—our crews work tirelessly to provide rapid, lifesaving care when every second counts.
To remain at the forefront of emergency transport, we couldn’t do what we do without the support of people like you. Donor dollars are essential to equipping our teams with the latest life-saving technology, including updated stretchers ($60,000 each), 22 heart monitors ($38,000 each), and 22 ventilators ($21,000 each). Additionally, each crew member requires three flight suits ($450 per suit) and helmets ($2,000 each) to ensure safety and readiness.
As we mark this milestone, we invite you to join our efforts in celebrating EastCare and all that they do for eastern North Carolina. Your generosity ensures we can continue to deliver world-class care to those who need it most.