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Video shows shocking moment patient spits in face of London paramedic

The escalation of violence against paramedics and emergency services personnel is a pressing issue that impacts their safety and mental wellbeing.

Patient captured spitting in the face of London paramedic in shocking footage

Violence against paramedics is a significant issue, often associated with intoxicated individuals.

Video shows shocking moment patient spits in face of London paramedic

The escalation of violence against paramedics and emergency services personnel is a pressing issue that impacts their safety and mental wellbeing.

Patient captured spitting in the face of London paramedic in shocking footage

Violence against paramedics is a significant issue, often associated with intoxicated individuals.
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It's a girl! Gloucester paramedics deliver baby in ambulance

Paramedics delivered a healthy baby in an ambulance en route to the hospital in Gloucester, showcasing their quick action and professionalism.
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'We're attacked and abused as we try to save lives'

Violence against paramedics and emergency call handlers is increasing, with assaults up more than a third since 2019.

Emergency services flock to scene as man dies in medical incident

Emergency services responded promptly, but the man died at the scene despite efforts.
A medical incident in Tottenham resulted in a man's death, highlighting the unpredictability of medical emergencies.

'We're attacked and abused as we try to save lives'

Violence against paramedics and emergency call handlers is increasing, with assaults up more than a third since 2019.

Emergency services flock to scene as man dies in medical incident

Emergency services responded promptly, but the man died at the scene despite efforts.
A medical incident in Tottenham resulted in a man's death, highlighting the unpredictability of medical emergencies.
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#mental-health

Supporting the Mental Health of Paramedics

Paramedics face significant mental health challenges, influenced by their working conditions, age, and culture, necessitating better support systems.

It isn't safe': South African first responders attacked while saving lives

Paramedics in South Africa are facing alarming rates of robbery and violence while serving in their critical roles.

Supporting the Mental Health of Paramedics

Paramedics face significant mental health challenges, influenced by their working conditions, age, and culture, necessitating better support systems.

It isn't safe': South African first responders attacked while saving lives

Paramedics in South Africa are facing alarming rates of robbery and violence while serving in their critical roles.
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Lost Souls: Bringing Out the Dead at 25 | Features | Roger Ebert

The film embodies the conflict of wrath versus compassion, illustrating paramedics as modern saints in a suffering society.

East Londoner part of paramedic 'dream team' featured in BBC documentary

Okezie and Omar form a highly effective partnership in their paramedic work, balancing clinical skill and patient empathy.

Video. Funeral held for 10 people killed in Israeli strikes in Lebanon

An Israeli airstrike killed eight paramedics and two civilians, highlighting the severe humanitarian impact of the ongoing conflict.
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Major incident as school bus crashes carrying more than 60 passengers

A school bus crash in Northern Ireland led to a major incident declaration, with numerous minor injuries and several serious cases reported.

Person taken to hospital after crash partially blocked road

A multi-car crash in Dagenham left one person hospitalized and caused partial road blockage, prompting paramedic intervention.

Major incident as school bus crashes carrying more than 60 passengers

A school bus crash in Northern Ireland led to a major incident declaration, with numerous minor injuries and several serious cases reported.

Person taken to hospital after crash partially blocked road

A multi-car crash in Dagenham left one person hospitalized and caused partial road blockage, prompting paramedic intervention.
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'There is no respect anymore' as ambulances come under attack in South Africa

Paramedics in Cape Town face dangers requiring police escorts, delaying response times.

Six pupils and woman treated after gas released at Hornchurch school

CS gas exposure at Emerson Park Academy resulted in treatment for six students and one adult, with injuries assessed as non-life threatening.

Five people treated by paramedics after fire at two-roomed flat in Erith

Ten fire engines and 70 firefighters responded to a flat fire in Erith.
Five people were treated at the scene by paramedics.

Ambulance and fire crews flock to man stuck in mud in Erith

A man was rescued from mud by emergency crews in Erith and treated on scene by paramedics.

Several people treated as major fire breaks out at restaurant in Petts Wood

Multiple people treated after fire at Petts Wood restaurant.

Person falls ill at gym and is taken to hospital

Paramedics responded to a person falling ill at a gym in Gidea Park, taking them to the hospital. Another incident involved a man unwell at a leisure center, resulting in an unexpected death.

'There is no respect anymore' as ambulances come under attack in South Africa

Paramedics in Cape Town face dangers requiring police escorts, delaying response times.

Six pupils and woman treated after gas released at Hornchurch school

CS gas exposure at Emerson Park Academy resulted in treatment for six students and one adult, with injuries assessed as non-life threatening.

Five people treated by paramedics after fire at two-roomed flat in Erith

Ten fire engines and 70 firefighters responded to a flat fire in Erith.
Five people were treated at the scene by paramedics.

Ambulance and fire crews flock to man stuck in mud in Erith

A man was rescued from mud by emergency crews in Erith and treated on scene by paramedics.

Several people treated as major fire breaks out at restaurant in Petts Wood

Multiple people treated after fire at Petts Wood restaurant.

Person falls ill at gym and is taken to hospital

Paramedics responded to a person falling ill at a gym in Gidea Park, taking them to the hospital. Another incident involved a man unwell at a leisure center, resulting in an unexpected death.
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Male youth dead after Scarborough shooting, police say | CBC News

A male youth died from a shooting incident in Scarborough, Toronto, with no other injuries reported.

Four injured in a Miami Gardens shooting. Teen taken to trauma center, paramedics say

Four individuals, including a teenager, were injured in a shooting in Miami Gardens, with varying severity, as the situation continues to develop.

Male youth dead after Scarborough shooting, police say | CBC News

A male youth died from a shooting incident in Scarborough, Toronto, with no other injuries reported.

Four injured in a Miami Gardens shooting. Teen taken to trauma center, paramedics say

Four individuals, including a teenager, were injured in a shooting in Miami Gardens, with varying severity, as the situation continues to develop.
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Aldermen recommend $5M settlement for man incorrectly declared dead

The family of a Chicago man wrongly pronounced dead by paramedics is closer to receiving a $5 million settlement from the city.
Members of the City Council's Committee on Finance voted to recommend the settlement for the family of Whitfield Marshall Jr.

'I had a cardiac arrest in the supermarket - off-duty paramedics saved my life'

Early CPR and defibrillator use significantly increase cardiac arrest survival rates.

Person taken to hospital after crash between pedestrian and cyclist in south London

A person was taken to the hospital after a crash between a cyclist and a pedestrian in Tooting Bec.
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