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  1. 52 minutes ago

    If you need us, we're here for you. But only calling us in a serious medical emergency helps us give our patients the best care. If you need help urgently, but it's not a medical emergency please go to NHS 111 online first. Find out more:

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  2. 12 hours ago

    Have you seen our motorcycle responders on the streets of the capital? Faith is a paramedic in the Motorcycle Response Unit (MRU). Our MRU paramedics can reach patients quickly in congested or hard-to-reach areas.

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  3. 12 hours ago

    Do you know the symptoms of a stroke? Strokes are a medical emergency and prompt treatment is essential. Face – the face may have dropped on one side Arms – they may not be able to lift both arms and keep them there Speech – their speech may be slurred Time – to dial 999

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  4. 13 hours ago

    Please see our final statement on our response to an incident in today. We treated 13 people. Three patients had potentially serious injuries and 10 had more minor injuries. We took four people to hospitals and major trauma centres.

    Brian Jordan, London Ambulance Service Strategic Commander said: "We were called at 4:44pm today (12 February) to Roach Road, Hackney Wick, to reports that part of a building had collapsed. "We declared a major incident and dispatched a number of resources to the scene. This included incident response officers, advanced paramedics, tactical advisors, clinical team managers, units from our hazardous area response team and several ambulances and fast response unit car crews. We also dispatched teams from London's Air Ambulance. "We worked closely with emergency services partners and treated 13 people. Three patients had potentially serious injuries and 10 had more minor injuries. We took four people to hospitals and major trauma centres. "Crews have now been stood down and I thank them, the teams working in our control rooms and colleagues from our partner agencies for their swift and professional response."
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  5. 15 hours ago

    We were called at 4:44pm to Roach Road, , to reports that part of a building had collapsed. We have sent a number of resources to the scene. Crews are treating patients at the scene and are working closely with emergency services colleagues. More info to follow

    We've sent a number of resources to the scene of an incident in Roach Road, . More information to follow.
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  6. 15 hours ago

    We've sent a number of resources to the scene of an incident in Roach Road, . More information to follow.

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  7. 16 hours ago

    NHS 111 online can help if you need medical help fast, but it’s not an emergency or you’re not sure if you need to go to A&E. If you go to 111 online you’ll be asked a series of questions and then be guided on what to do. Search NHS111. If you’re unable to get online, call 111.

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  8. 17 hours ago

    Advanced Paramedic Practitioners in Critical Care (APP-CC) treat the most seriously ill and injured patients. But they also operate in our control rooms. Find out more about this vital aspect of their role ⬇

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  9. 19 hours ago

    Please continue to do the below, to protect yourself and others: -Get vaccinated and boosted -Consider wearing a face covering in crowded, enclosed spaces -Let fresh air in if you meet indoors -Test before you meet others and self-isolate if required -Keep washing your hands

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  10. 21 hours ago

    our CEO penned an open letter as we marked two years since the first patients were taken to hospital in the capital. Daniel spoke of the "awe-inspiring dedication" of , of the lessons learned and paid tribute to those lost to the virus.

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  11. 22 hours ago

    Could you help us do a Twitter? We're hiring a Digital Content and Communications Manager to lead on our website and social media. Apply before 15 Feb ⬇

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  12. 23 hours ago

    If you are three months on from your second dose, please book your booster in – the sooner you’re boosted, the better. Book an appointment online or go to your nearest walk-in site.

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  13. Feb 12

    In February 2020, the first patients were admitted to hospital with Covid-19 in the capital. Here, we talk about how we responded to unprecedented demand in difficult circumstances, the immense efforts of and pay tribute to all who've been affected by the virus.

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  14. Feb 11

    If you have called for an ambulance, please don’t ring again to ask for a time of arrival. This could delay us speaking to a caller about a seriously ill or injured patient. Only call us back if the patient's condition worsens or they no longer need our help. Thank you.

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  15. Feb 11

    The 'Make Ready' teams who work alongside operate around the clock to re-stock, re-fuel and deep clean ambulances so they're ready for crews to respond to patients. On average the team clean and prepare more the 13,000 vehicles per month!

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  16. Feb 11

    If you need us, we're here for you. But only calling us in a serious medical emergency helps us give our patients the best care. If you need help urgently, but it's not a medical emergency please go to NHS 111 online first. Find out more:

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  17. Feb 11

    Many of the alcohol-related incidents we attend are avoidable. Often the patient will need our help and will get it - but being sensible with alcohol and looking out for your mates can prevent the need to call us and mean the night doesn't end in the back of an ambulance.

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  18. Feb 11

    Patrick from supports because: "Everyone should feel free to be who they want to be." This make sure you're following our Network!

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  19. Feb 11

    This morning our Chief Executive joined the to see first-hand how having cycle paramedics at the airport helps us reach patients quickly, in busy areas like terminals, to begin prompt treatment.

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  20. Feb 11

    The 's Network works to bring about positive change for women in , while providing a safe space to voice the concerns of our female staff and volunteers or those who identify as female. Paramedic Nicola is the network's Chair.

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