Rise in Christmas call-outs for air ambulance

A life-saving air ambulance service saw increased demand over the Christmas period compared to the same time last year. The ...
BBC

Ambulance call handlers face 'increased' pressure over flu

London Ambulance Service call handler Monet Lobman-Edghill says she has received abuse from callers Emergency service workers are expecting your call. Many anticipate increased demand for help with ...

Ambulance districts concerned with increased calls, potential loss of property taxes

As signatures are sought to place a constitutional amendment on the state ballot to do away with property tax, area ambulance ...
FOX5 Las Vegas

Community ambulance sees 235% rise in heat-related 911 calls for seniors

LAS VEGAS, Nev. (FOX5) - Community Ambulance has tackled a surge in 911 calls across the Las Vegas Valley, this summer, and a 235% rise in calls for seniors in distress. Community Ambulance shared the ...
Becker's Hospital Review

Study: Patient Anxiety Drives Unnecessary Ambulance Calls

Consumer education may help reduce the number of emergency ambulance calls for problems that could be safely managed in another setting, according to a study in Emergency Medicine Journal. Researchers ...